In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of intensive exercise in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The authors concluded that intensive exercise is safe and may improve muscle strength in patients with PD. Some background Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive condition that causes a deterioration in motor...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of transcranial direct stimulation (tDCS) on cognitive and motor performance in healthy older adults. This study concluded that tDCS significantly improved performance across a variety of tasks. Some background Normal aging is associated with gradual decline in cognitive function, particularly in...
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In a nutshell This study examined the safety and effectiveness of long-acting non-ergot dopamine agonists in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. This study concluded that these treatments helped reduce Parkinson’s disease symptoms but were associated with side effects. Some background Dopamine agonists have been used for both early...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of sleep disorders on memory and executive function in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The authors concluded that poor sleep was associated with memory and executive function in patients with PD. Some background In addition to problems with co-ordination and movement (motor...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the benefits of subthalamic neurostimulation for treatment of Parkinson’s disease that has recently stopped responding well to medication. The study concluded that subthalamic neurostimulation is an appropriate and effective treatment option for early fluctuating Parkinson's. Some background...
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In a nutshell This study examined the use of a cognitive training program to improve function in patients with Parkinson’s disease. The authors concluded that this program led to improvements in mental processing speed, visual memory and functional disability. Some background It is common for patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) to...
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In a nutshell This study looked the effect of cholinesterase inhibitors on treating Parkinson’s disease. The study showed that cholinesterase inhibitors are effective at treating cognitive mental deficits but have no effect on improving the risk of falls. Some background Patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have symptoms which can be...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of levodopa/carbidopa intestinal gel (Duopa) on improving severe motor symptoms for patients with advanced Parkinson’s disease. This analysis concluded that Duopa appears to improve symptoms in these patients. Some background A combination of levodopa and carbidopa is the...
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In a nutshell This review explained the different types of treatment available for Parkinson’s disease. The authors outlined several types of oral medications and surgical treatments used to treat motor based symptoms. Some background Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive degenerative disorder where the number of...
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