Download or read book The British Medical Association Family Doctor Guide to Parkinson s Disease written by John M. S. Pearce and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an up-to-date reference source on Parkinson's disease, providing case histories, key points, questions, answers and practical tips for overcoming problems. It includes the latest advances in diagnosis and treatment as well as practical self-help advice and preventive measures. The book is one of a series on a wide range of medical and health issues which covers common complaints and illnesses, such as asthma and heart disease as well as more general health topics, such as nutrition and travel health. Addresses of useful organisations appear at the end of each book.
Download or read book Living with Parkinson s Disease written by J. M. S. Pearce and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The British Medical Association Family Doctor Guide to Depression written by Kwame McKenzie and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a specialist, this volume in the BMA FAMILY DOCTOR GUIDES has an authoritative and accessible text. It is completely up-to-date, including the latest advances in the diagnosis and treatment of depression and contains practical self-help advice, preventive measures and a list of useful addresses.
Download or read book Parkinson s Disease written by William J. Weiner and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2006-11-13 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recent innovations, including deep brain stimulation and new medications, have significantly improved the lives of people with Parkinson’s disease. Nevertheless, medical, emotional, and physical challenges remain. The second edition of this accessible and comprehensive guide provides crucial information for managing this complex condition, including details on the use of medications, diet, exercise, complementary therapies, and surgery. The second edition includes new information about: • The genetic and hereditary pattern of the disease • Medications and uses of established medications • Other approaches to treating the symptoms of Parkinson’s • Juvenile-onset Parkinson’s disease • Normal pressure hydrocephalus • The effects of fluctuating hormones on disease symptoms • Fetal cell transplants and porcine cell transplants • The nutritional supplement Co-Enzyme Q10
Download or read book Parkinson s Disease and the Family written by Nutan Sharma and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2009-06-30 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Too often, with Parkinson's disease, a loved one serves as medical interpreter, patient advocate, and caregiver. Sharma and Richman draw on the latest research and clinical practice techniques to offer valuable suggestions for managing patient care and, perhaps more important, for healing the family unit.
Download or read book Parkinson s Disease written by William J. Weiner and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2013-12-01 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The third edition incorporates findings from years of intensive research. Recent innovations, including deep brain stimulation and new medications, have significantly improved the lives of people who have Parkinson's disease. Nevertheless, patients and families continue to face many challenges. They have long relied on this book for reliable advice about medical, emotional, and physical issues. Bringing this trusted guide up to date, three expert neurologists describe • New understandings gained by five years of additional research on Parkinson's disease • New focus on the importance of exercise • New information about imaging techniques such as SPECT Scan and DATScan that are aiding in the diagnosis • New findings about the genetics of the disease • Promising uses of new technologies such as tablet devices for people who have trouble communicating • Information about impulse control disorders caused by some drugs used to address the symptoms of the disease • A complete update on treatments such as medications, surgery, and more
Download or read book Understanding Parkinson s Disease written by Anthony Henry Vernon Schapira and published by Family Doctor Publications. This book was released on 2006 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you, or a close relative or friend, suffer from Parkinson’s disease, this book is written for you. It is aimed to help you understand the symptoms and disabilities caused by the disease and to suggest what you can do for yourself, as well as how doctors can treat the condition. Great progress has been made in our understanding of this disorder, bringing new hope to sufferers. Medical science has developed a range of treatments which can control the symptoms and allow as normal a life as possible.
Download or read book The Australian Medical Association Home Medical Guide to Parkinson s Disease written by John M. S. Pearce and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Causes and characteristics - Types - Symptoms and signs - Diagnosis - Treatments - Self-help - Surgery for Parkinson's Disease - Medical treatments - General management of patients.
Download or read book The New Parkinson s Disease Treatment Book written by J. Eric Ahlskog, PhD, MD and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2015-08-03 with total page 545 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fundamental guide to the most effective treatments for Parkinson's Disease, from a Mayo Clinic doctor with thirty years of clinical and research experience. In this second edition follow-up to the extremely successful first edition, Dr. Ahlskog draws on thirty years of clinical experience to present the definitive guide to dealing with all aspects of Parkinson's Disease, from treatment options and side effects to the impact of the disease on caregivers and family. Dr. Ahlskog's goal is to educate patients so that they can better team up with their doctors to do battle with the disease, streamlining the decision-making process and enhancing their treatment. To do this, Dr. Ahlskog offers a gold mine of information, distilled from his years of experience treating people with Parkinson's at the Mayo Clinic. In addition to providing a comprehensive account of Parkinson's medications, this book also examines additional aspects of treatment, such as the role of nutrition, exercise, and physical therapy. Although many commendable texts have been written on the subject of Parkinson's Disease, their discussions of treatment have not been in depth. Dr. Ahlskog sifts through aspects of the disease in order to give the reader a comprehensive sense of Parkinson's and the best available treatment options. With a broader understanding of the disease and the available options, patients are able to make more informed choices, and doctors are able to provide more tailored care. This book delivers hopeful, helpful, and extensive information to all parties concerned: patients, caregivers, and doctors. The ultimate guide to symptoms and treatment, this thoroughly updated second edition is the first place patients should turn for reliable, easy-to-grasp information on Parkinson's Disease.
Download or read book Parkinson s Disease written by Paul Tuite, MD and published by Springer Publishing Company. This book was released on 2009-03-23 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "As a quick, user-friendly reference, this book covers all aspects of effectively managing patients with Parkinson's disease, with discussions of symptoms, causes, patient evaluation, and home care adviceÖ.Nurses, physicians, and associated healthcare professions from rehabilitation specialists to social workers will find this an excellent source of information on the many aspects of care of Parkinson's disease patients." --Doody's This book serves as a practical compendium on the management issues related to Parkinson's disease (PD). As a quick, user-friendly reference, the book covers all aspects of effectively managing PD, with discussions of symptoms, causes of PD, patient evaluation, and home care advice. Conveniently organized in bullet-point, encyclopedic format, Parkinson's Disease is the comprehensive, one-stop reference for health professionals treating patients with PD. Four key sections: Problems presents guidelines on addressing complications that occur during the disease process, including anxiety, hallucinations, depression, vision problems, and more Evaluation discusses the numerous patient evaluations required throughout the duration of the illness, such as genetic testing, brain imaging, speech and swallowing evaluation, and more Treatment presents both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment approaches for patients with PD Appendices include supplemental reading, medication tools and assessment scales, rating scales, and additional notes Nurses, primary care doctors, and associated health care professionals--from rehabilitation specialists to social workers--will find Parkinson's Disease the one reference they cannot do without.
Download or read book Navigating Life with Parkinson s Disease written by Sotirios A. Parashos MD and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2020-06-16 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Navigating Life with Parkinson's Disease is a guide for anyone affected by Parkinson's, providing useful information to those with Parkinson's and their caregivers, family, and friends. This extensively revised second edition contains up-to-date information on recent research and the latest adaptive equipment available to those living with Parkinson's disease. Discussing available treatments and providing practical advice, this book emphasizes lifestyle adjustments that provide a better quality of life for patients and their loved ones. The material is organized so that chapters can be read sequentially or individually, and the index and glossary facilitate the use of the book as a quick reference. Q&A sections, thoughts from people living with Parkinson's and Ask the Experts boxes address often-overlooked topics in physician-directed disease management, such as how to talk to family and friends about one's life with Parkinson's. Promoting a patient-centered approach, Navigating Life with Parkinson Disease empowers patients and their families to manage their health care.
Download or read book Parkinson s Disease written by Roger C. Duvoisin and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2001 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most popular and widely acclaimed guide for parkinsonian patients and their families is now in its thoroughly updated Fifth Edition. In layperson's terms, Drs. Duvoisin and Sage explain the pathology, symptoms, and course of Parkinson's Disease, discuss current drug therapies and surgical procedures, and examine the latest research on the genetics of parkinsonism.This edition features completely rewritten chapters on genetics and on surgery for Parkinson's Disease. New drugs and improvements in levodopa therapy are described, and a new chapter addresses the question of whether levodopa affects disease progression. An appendix lists the trade names, generic names, and formulations of commonly prescribed drugs.
Download or read book Living Well with Parkinson s Disease written by Michael J. Church and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete guide to Parkinson’s from two people with the disease who cofounded a national support and advocacy organization. In Living Well with Parkinson’s Disease, Gretchen Garie and Michael J. Church, a couple who both have Parkinson’s and live daily with the effects of the disease, thoroughly discuss diagnosis, treatment options, and the emotional consequences of this difficult illness. With a conversational, pragmatic, and personal tone, they offer advice on such topics as: How Parkinson’s disease affects relationships The role of diet, supplements, and rest and relaxation Strategies for navigating professional life and the maze of the health-care system Handling everyday challenges such as buttoning a shirt or rolling over in bed And more! Compassionate and inspiring, Living Well with Parkinson’s Disease offers knowledge and wisdom from those who understand the challenges of dealing with Parkinson’s every day. “[Gretchen and Michael’s] firsthand knowledge as patients, coupled with their years of experience as experts and advocates, allow them to offer a unique perspective. Using the information provided by Gretchen and Michael in this book, you, too, can live well with Parkinson’s disease.” —John D. Campbell, MD, neurologist and medical director for PASFL, the Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida
Download or read book Parkinsons Disease written by Tony Schapira and published by . This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Free Brief Guide to Parkinson s Disease for Patients and Family written by Joseph Friedman and published by Joseph Friedman. This book was released on 2020-02-05 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A free guide to help patients and family members learn about and understand what a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis might mean for them, presented by Dr. Joseph Friedman, an expert in the field for over thirty years.
Download or read book Parkinson s Disease written by Abraham N. Lieberman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1993-02 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide for Parkinson patients and their caregivers that addresses the body and the spirit.
Download or read book The Parkinson s Disease Treatment Book written by J. Eric Ahlskog and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A leader in the fight against Parkinson's has written the definitive guide for patients and their families, offering a crystal-clear, nuts-and-bolts approach to the treatment of PD, distilled from over 20 years of experience as a clinician and researcher.
