In a nutshell This study evaluated the side effects and impact of medical cannabis on the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD). This study concluded that medical cannabis improved PD symptoms and did not cause major side effects. Some background PD is a progressive disease caused by loss of brain cells that make dopamine. Dopamine is a chemical...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated if low levels of vitamin D are associated with symptoms in the sense of smell of patients with Parkinson´s disease (PD). Researchers suggested that low levels of vitamin D are associated with a dysfunction in the sense of smell. Some background PD is caused by the loss of certain brain cells. The...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of physical exercise in the improvement of gait and balance and reduction of falls in patients with Parkinson´s disease (PD). Researchers suggested that physical training improves gait ability and balance in these patients. Some background Falls are common in patients with PD which can lead to...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the factors associated with Parkinson´s disease (PD) progression. Researchers suggested the use of helmets in sports, limited pesticide use and a reasonable intake of coffee may prevent the disease. Some background PD is a complex disease that affects mostly aging people. PD happens because of a loss of...
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Prior to the 20th century, most people lived about 47 years in the developed world because of infectious diseases. In 1940, the first use of penicillin to treat infectious diseases occurred and penicillin became available in 1945 to the general public. Science and research conducted throughout the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, created more antibiotics so that life...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated whether non-ergot dopamine agonists (DA) are associated with heart failure. Researchers suggested that DA therapy is not related to heart disease. Some background Levodopa is a main treatment option for Parkinson’s disease. Long-term use of levodopa, however, can lead to motor complications. Ergot and...
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In a nutshell This study compared the effectiveness of visual or auditory stimuli on gait of patients with Parkinson´s disease (PD). Researchers suggested that auditory cueing improved gait disorders in PD patients. Some background PD is caused by the loss of specific brain cells. The symptoms can range from tremors to muscle...
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In a nutshell This study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of rasagiline (Azilect) in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and wearing-off effects (motor symptoms worsen as levodopa wears off before the next dose is taken). This study concluded that rasagiline improved symptoms and quality of life in these patients. Some background PD is...
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In a nutshell This study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of apomorphine (Apo-Go) for the treatment of motor fluctuations in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The conclusion of the study was that this treatment significantly reduced “off” time (poor motor performance during periods when medications for PD have no effect) for...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the risk of osteoporosis in Parkinson´s disease (PD) patients. Researchers suggested that PD patients are at a higher risk of having this disease. Some background Patients with PD have a decrease in specific brain cells responsible for the movement of the body. Symptoms can range from...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated whether surgery and medical therapy increase the quality of life of patients with advanced Parkinson´s disease (PD). Researchers suggested that surgery combined with medical therapy was associated with improved quality of life for these patients, when compared to therapy alone. Some background PD is...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of dopamine agonists in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Researchers suggested that this treatment reduces physical movement symptoms, but increases other side effects. Some background PD is a disease associated with a variety of symptoms such as reduced movement capacity and...
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