In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of Gocovri (amantadine) in the treatment of dyskinesia (DYS) in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that this treatment improves DYS symptoms. Some background PD affects brain cells. The abilities controlled by these cells are lost, such as muscle function and...
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Rehabilitation program to treat forward trunk flexion in Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of a four-week therapy program on forward trunk flexion (FTF) in patients with Parkinson's disease. Researchers suggested that this training program improved FTF. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) affects brain cells. These cells are responsible for different...
Read MoreSuicide rates after deep brain stimulation in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated suicide (the act of causing one’s own death) rates after deep brain stimulation (DBS) in patients with Parkinson's disease. Researchers suggested that suicide can occur in these patients up to 3 years after DBS. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) affects certain brain cells. These cells...
Read MoreDoes singing improve communication in patients with Parkinson’s disease?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of singing in the treatment of patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that singing can increase voice and respiratory function in these patients. Some background Parkinson disease attacks certain brain cells. The body functions controlled by those cells, such as muscle...
Read MoreDo speech difficulties have a predictive value in Parkinson’s disease outcomes?
In a nutshell This study investigated speech (talking) symptoms in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that these symptoms are associated with low levels of dopamine and poorer outcomes. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) affects brain cells and dopamine levels. This can cause tremors, muscle rigidity or...
Read MoreHigh-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation improves swallowing in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of high-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (HF-RTMS) on patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) and dysphagia (problems with swallowing). Researchers suggested that HF-RTMS improves swallowing in these patients. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic...
Read MoreCan dance improve motor symptoms of patients with Parkinson’s disease?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of dance on treating the symptoms of patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that dance might improve the symptoms of these patients. Some background Parkinson disease is a chronic disease that affects mainly older populations. This disease affects the brain cells causing...
Read MorePallidal deep brain stimulation reduces motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson ‘s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the long-term effect of pallidal deep brain stimulation (pDBS) in the treatment of patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that pDBS is associated with reduced movement symptoms in these patients. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) is a chronic disease that affects brain cells....
Read MorePerturbation treadmill training improves gait and balance of patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated if postural perturbations during treadmill training (PPTT) improved gait in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that PPTT improves the movement symptoms of these patients. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) affects the brain cells causing symptoms such as muscle...
Read MoreNon-invasive brain stimulation improves freezing of gait in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effect of non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that NIBS showed a positive effect on these patients. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) affects certain brain cells. The symptoms can go from muscle rigidity and tremors to impaired...
Read MoreHydrotherapy improves the treatment outcomes of patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of hydrotherapy (HT; physical exercises in a pool) on balance, movements, and quality of life in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Researchers suggested that HT may improve the treatment of these patients. Some background Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second most common disease around...
Read MoreIncobotulinumtoxin A in the treatment of excessive salivation in patients with neurological conditions
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness and safety of incobotulinumtoxin A (IBTA) for the treatment of excessive salivation (sialorrhea) in patients with Parkinson disease or stroke. Researchers suggested that IBTA might be a well-tolerated option for the treatment of these patients. Some background Sialorrhea (excessive...
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