Parkinson's Disease Treatment Guide for Physicians

Parkinson's Disease Treatment Guide for Physicians
Author: J. Eric Ahlskog
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2009
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0195371771

"In this book, Dr. Ahlskog provides a logical, comprehensive, and efficacious treatment approach to all aspects of this disorder. He tells the reader which drugs work best for specific problems and how to dose. Where controversies threaten to paralyze therapeutic options, he addresses these with available data, ultimately settling on those choices that can best be defended by experience and published evidence. A discussion of the role for deep brain stimulation surgery and criteria for patient selection are provided. Although focused on therapeutics, this book covers the broad needs of clinicians including diagnosing and differentiating PD from similar conditions. Testing and counseling issues are discussed in detail."--BOOK JACKET.

The New Parkinson's Disease Treatment Book

The New Parkinson's Disease Treatment Book
Author: J. Eric Ahlskog, PhD, MD
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 545
Release: 2015-08-03
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0190231882

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.

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease
Author: William J. Weiner
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2006-11-13
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0801885469

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

Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders

Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders
Author: Charles H. Adler
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 474
Release: 2000-04-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1592594107

The field of movement disorders is relatively broad, encompassing disorders of increased movement, such as tremors, dystonia, and tics, to disorders characterized by a paucity of movement, such as Parkinson's disease. Our understanding of the pathogenic mechanisms and our treatment options are expanding at a rapid pace. This expansion ranges from the medical and surgical advances in treating Parkinson's disease to the flood of genetic abnormalities that have now been found to cause various movement disorders. Although many patients are seen by the movement disorders specialist in neurology clinics around the country, most of these patients receive their followup care from a primary care physician or "general" neurologist who must be versed in the character istics and treatment plans of this diverse group of disorders. The major goal of Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment Guidelines for the Practicing Physician is to distill this immense amount of information and to educate the practitioner about the many facets of the movement disorders field. We believe that this book fills a large void, since most texts on movement disorders are more detailed and geared toward the specialist. We have asked the chapter authors to emphasize the clinical characteristics of each disorder, discuss the differential diagnosis and the diagnostic testing, and then outline the various treatment options, as if they were teaching during a preceptorship in their clinic.

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease
Author: Abraham N. Lieberman
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 276
Release: 1993-02
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0671768190

A guide for Parkinson patients and their caregivers that addresses the body and the spirit.

Navigating Life with Parkinson Disease

Navigating Life with Parkinson Disease
Author: Sotirios Parashos
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2012-11-20
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 019931120X

Here is a marvelous guide for anyone affected by Parkinson's disease--patients, caregivers, family members, and friends. Containing the most up-to-date information on the disease, one of the most common neurological disorders, it discusses the available treatments and provides practical advice on how to manage the disease in the long term. Emphasizing life-style adjustments that will provide a better quality of life and moderate the burden for patients and their loved ones, the book answers many questions and clarifies misunderstandings regarding the disease. Written by two experts on Parkinson's disease and a freelance journalist, the book is approachable and easily understandable. Question and answer sections are provided, while "hot topics" are highlighted for easy visibility. The authors have also included true patient stories that will both inspire and instruct, and they have addressed several topics often not mentioned in physician-directed disease management, such as how to talk to family and friends about one's life with Parkinson's.

Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease
Author: William J. Weiner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2001
Genre: Parkinson's disease
ISBN:

Provides information about Parkinson's disease, a degenerative neurologic condition that causes problems with movement, as well as a host of nonmotor difficulties, explaining what the disease is, identifying symptoms at the early, moderate, and advanced stages, and discussing diagnosis, treatment, and other issues.

Parkinson's Treatment

Parkinson's Treatment
Author: Michael S. Okun
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-03-16
Genre: Chronic diseases
ISBN: 9781481854993

Addresses all of the new and emerging Parkinson's disease therapies (stem cells, gene therapy, optogenetics, etc.).

Parkinson's Disease Guide for the Newly Diagnosed

Parkinson's Disease Guide for the Newly Diagnosed
Author: Peter LeWitt
Publisher: Rockridge Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-06-09
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9781646110445

Effective and modern treatment strategies for those newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s Whether it’s you or a family member, receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease can generate emotions of anger, frustration, sadness, and confusion—but you’re not in this fight alone. Parkinson’s Disease for the Newly Diagnosed is one of the most helpful Parkinson’s disease books, giving you the tools to conquer those feelings of being overwhelmed and helping you to be better prepared for life post-diagnosis. In one of the most extensive, up-to-date Parkinson’s disease books, you’ll find resources for maintaining realistic optimism while living with Parkinson’s disease. With helpful information and advice from how to build a community and patient-caregiver relationships, to assembling your primary care team and more, there’s practical advice for addressing what life will be like moving forward. This standout among Parkinson’s disease books includes: Set expectations—Go beyond other Parkinson’s disease books with an in-depth overview of all the stages from early to advanced. Tailored for you—Use strategies for managing your symptoms that are straightforward and specifically designed for the newly diagnosed. Positive, practical advice—Find out about support groups, how best to adapt your home, preserve your independence, and more in one of the most comprehensive Parkinson’s disease books available. If you’re looking for Parkinson’s disease books that help you understand and manage your symptoms, Parkinson’s Disease for the Newly Diagnosed delivers results.

What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About(TM): Parkinson's Disease

What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About(TM): Parkinson's Disease
Author: Mary J. Shomon
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Total Pages: 217
Release: 2003-02-01
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0759527504

From established, trusted doctors comes another groundbreaking "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You" book on Parkinson's Disease, a debilitating neurological disorder that affects over one million people in the U.S.​ Parkinson's patients can now choose from a variety of increasingly effective treatments, including new drugs, revolutionary surgical techniques, and cutting-edge alternative treatments such as intravenous glutathione therapy. The book covers not only the pros and cons of prescription drug and surgical treatments for Parkinson’s, but discusses the latest alternative therapies, including herbal treatments, traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, diet, exercise, mind-body approaches like Tai Chi, and energy work. With special sections focusing on how patients can deal with persistent problems such as fatigue, depression, and balance problems, and unique chapters that specifically address the interests of the growing number of both caregivers and young-onset Parkinson’s patients, this book is a must for anyone looking to alleviate the disabilities caused by this devastating illness.