In a nutshell This study investigated the factors that could predict disease progression in Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that poor blood glucose level and heart diseases may be associated with faster disease progression. Some background PD is a chronic disease that affects brain cells. Symptoms can be associated with...
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Intense physical exercise therapy improves symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of exercise therapy to treat the symptoms of patients with Parkinson disease. Researchers suggested that exercise therapy improved the symptoms of these patients in a short-term period. Some background Parkinson disease is a progressive disease that affects brain cells. It causes impaired movements and...
Read MoreManagement of bladder problems in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study reviewed several treatment options for bladder problems in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Some background The bladder relies on muscles to contract and release for urination. The brain typically controls this process. However, in certain neurological conditions, the bladder no longer receives correct...
Read MoreAutomated peripheral stimulation in the treatment of impaired gait in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of automated peripheral stimulation (APS) in the treatment of gait disorders in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers suggested that APS treatment is associated with improved gait in these patients. Some background Patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) usually show symptoms...
Read MoreSwitching from levodopa to an extended release levodopa for patients with fluctuating Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness and the dosing of switching from standard levodopa to the new carbidopa/levodopa extended release capsule (C/L ERC; Rytary) to treat Parkinson’s disease. Researchers suggested that C/L ERC was generally well tolerated and preferred by many patients. Some background Parkinson’s...
Read MoreAn adjusted levodopa dose prevents dyskinesia in patients with Parkinson disease
In a nutshell This study investigated how dyskinesia (DYS; abnormal, uncontrollable movements) affects the treatment of patients with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers suggested that DYS affects the treatment with levodopa and quality of life of patients. Some background Parkinson’s disease is a chronic disorder caused by the damage to...
Read MoreRemotely-supervised transcranial direct current stimulation to treat motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of transcranial direct current stimulation (TDCS) when delivered at home, for patients with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers suggested that this treatment improves movement symptoms in these patients. Some background Parkinson’s disease is a chronic disorder that affects brain cells....
Read MoreEarly deep brain stimulation helps treating tremors in patients with early Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of early deep brain stimulation (DBS) treatment in patients with Parkinson’s disease PD. Researchers suggested that DBS may slow down tremor progression in patients with early PD. Some background Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a chronic disease that affects certain brain cells. These...
Read MoreDo bisphosphonates prevent fractures in elderly patients with stroke and Parkinson’s disease?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of bisphosphonates (BPT) to prevent hip fractures in elderly patients with stroke and Parkinson’s disease. Researchers suggested that BPTs reduced the risk of fracture in these patients. Some background The risk of fracture is high in elderly patients with stroke and Parkinson’s...
Read MorePimavanserin improves sleep symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of pimavanserin (PVS; Nuplazid) in the treatment of sleep disorders in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers suggested that PVS improves the quality of sleep of these patients. Some background Most patients with Parkinson’s disease have some manner of night-time sleep...
Read MoreRotigotine transdermal patch is effective in treating depression in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of rotigotine (Neupro) transdermal patch (RTP) to treat mental symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers suggested that RTP significantly improved mental symptoms in these patients. Some background Parkinson’s disease is a chronic disorder that affects the brain...
Read MoreIstradefylline is effective for the treatment of mood disorders in patients with Parkinson´s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of istradefylline in the treatment of mood disorders in patients with Parkinson´s disease. Researchers suggested that this drug was an effective treatment option to treat mood disorders in these patients. Some background Parkinson´s disease is a chronic disorder that affects...
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