Parkinson’s disease is complex, which is one of the big reasons why it is so hard to treat. For example, scientists have identified several different causes of the disease. In some instances, it is caused by genetic factors. In others, … [Read more...]
How Has Parkinson’s Treatment Changed?
Over the last several years, we’ve seen a big shift in the treatment that individuals suffering from Parkinson’s disease receive. This shift is definitely for the better. As our understanding of the disease and its impact on the human brain … [Read more...]
Dopamine: Rewards, Movement, and Senior Citizens
Dopamine is associated with pleasure and rewards portion of the brain. It’s a neurotransmitter that plays a vital role in the brain's reward and pleasure pathways, as well as in various other cognitive and motor functions. It’s the reason … [Read more...]
What is Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation?
Transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) is a treatment method that involves a low intensity electrical current applied on the scalp and into the brain. Electrodes are placed on the head of the person receiving the treatment, … [Read more...]
Dealing with Changes in Speech
Recently, a team of researchers looked at early signs of Parkinson’s disease with the hopes of helping doctors to detect the disease earlier, and thus provide for better treatment for those that do get diagnosed with … [Read more...]
The Link Between Weight and Parkinson’s
A new study sheds some light on the relationship between Parkinson’s disease and how they are impacted by changes in body weight. People who saw significant changes in their body weight–either gaining or losing weight–were much more likely … [Read more...]
How Repeated Infections May Impact Cognitive Health
Recently, a study found that there is a connection between repeated infections that require hospital treatment and the risk of the development of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. This study was conducted by the Karolinska … [Read more...]
Age Related Disease, and How to Fight It
Age related disease is a very real issue for people who are of advanced years. As the title suggests, these are any diseases or illnesses that are more prevalent in those that are elderly, and usually manifest as a result of health … [Read more...]
Monitoring the Spread of Parkinson’s Disease
A team of researchers believes that they now have a better understanding of how Parkinson’s disease begins and progresses throughout the brain. The new research comes out of Simon Fraser University and focuses on an enzyme … [Read more...]
Heart Attacks and Parkinson’s
According to recent research from the American Heart Association, those that have had a heart attack in the past might be less likely to develop Parkinson’s disease as they age. This was a surprising find for the team behind … [Read more...]
Reducing Inflammation in Parkinson’s Disease
New research has shown that a product from a plant might be able to help reduce inflammation in the brain for those suffering from Parkinson’s disease. The plant, called sophora flavescens, contains something in its root called kurarinone, … [Read more...]
Another Leap Forward in the Fight Against Parkinson’s
Recently, a team of researchers from the University of Copenhagen took a big step forward when it comes to research regarding Parkinson’s disease. The team believes that this will make treatment for those with this disease even more … [Read more...]