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From Ianreadgood
Parkinson's disease attacks the central nervous system and affects millions of people in America alone. The alarming number of people living with this condition is discouraging. It is difficult for the individual suffering with this condition in that the condition could leave them totally immobile, extremely tired, and greatly weakened. By learning more about Parkinson's, others can spread the awareness and better and help individuals struggling with the disease's symptoms. The following post discusses what causes Parkinsons, diet tips, and therapy treatments.
What causes Parkinsons Disease?
Parkinson's disease slowly attacks and degenerates the nerve cells found in the brain. When this occurs, a lack of communication occurs in the brain, leaving the sufferer unable to control their body movements. Abnormal nerve functioning throughout the entire body can be uncomfortable. Parkinsons causes people to shake and move in sluggish and rigid movements, which considerably impacts their balance. They likewise encounter an severe lack of appetite in addition to the pain and weakness on a day-to-day basis.
It's not particularly clear what events trigger Parkinson's disease; however, there are certain medicines, blood disorders, and conditions such as Shy-Drager syndrome that can cause symptoms that simulate Parkinsons. Antipsychotics and street drugs like heroin can create these symptoms also. Many times symptoms start on one side of the body and slowly become worse as they begin to have an effect on both sides of the body. Sadly, many of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease are not easily detected and go unnoticed by many in the disease's early stages.
Diet for Parkinson's disease sufferers
Individuals diagnosed with Parkinsons should consume a well-balanced and healthy diet everyday. By eating well, the medications that they take will work properly. Sometimes the medication can trigger queasiness in patients, often linked to a absence of protein in the diet. If people continue to experience queasiness, a physician can sometimes suggest a different medication that can prevent side-effects from occurring before, during, or after meals. If you are a patient, ask your physician for ideas and a packet about a diet for Parkinson's patients. They will be able to provide you with a list of super foods that can help you feel good and will get the most from the medication you take.
Parkinson's therapy
While physical therapy can be valuable, it regrettably can not reverse the neurological damage in the brain. Many times the therapy for Parkinson's disease patients can easily be done in the convenience of their own home. Doctors provide helpful tips and moves that can stretch, enhance, and loosen the muscles. Usually the stretches and movement techniques can be taught in 3 office visits with a doctor. After these visits, the patient only has to come in for occasional visits to track progress and movement. Physical therapy will help individuals become more independent, strengthening a patient's coordination, balance, and gain strength. People who do not have deep brain stimulators can use a local heat application to sore muscles and body pains. This application gives off a high-frequency electrical current that warms the area and offers relief to the patient.
