Definition A Parkinson’s syndrome is a clinical picture with typical symptoms that restrict movement. These symptoms are immobility (akinesia) or slowed movement, muscle rigidity (rigor), muscle tremor (rest tremor) and postural instability (postural instability). The symptoms are caused by a lack of dopamine, a neurotransmitter that controls movement in the brain. The symptoms do not … Parkinson’s syndrome
These stadiums exist There are three phases of Parkinson’s disease. The first is the preclinical phase, in which no symptoms are present. This phase is currently being researched to find clues for early detection of Parkinson’s disease. The so-called prodromal stage follows and can last from years to decades. This is when the early symptoms … These stadiums exist | Parkinson’s syndrome
Life expectancy with a Parkinson’s syndrome Patients with Parkinson’s disease can have a normal life expectancy with good therapy! In the first ten years, the first fluctuations in the effect of the drugs occur. Within about 20 years of the disease, most of those affected are in need of care. In most cases, the causes … Life expectancy with a Parkinson’s syndrome | Parkinson’s syndrome
Symptoms The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease can vary greatly in their severity. At the beginning of the disease, psychological changes often occur first. Often the patient appears depressed (see depression) and becomes physically tired very quickly. In addition, various complaints and pain in the area of the back and neck can occur. In the course … Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease
Synonyms in a broader sense Shaking paralysis Idiopathic Parkinson Syndrome Tremble Tremor Disease Parkinson’s disease Introduction This topic is the continuation of our topic Parkinson’s disease. For general information about the disease, diagnosis, and distribution, see our topic: Parkinson’s disease. Therapy The therapeutic options for treating Parkinson’s disease can be roughly divided into 3 main … Therapy of a Parkinson’s disease
Own measures It has been shown that there is a whole range of things that a Parkinson’s patient can do himself to positively influence his disease. Exercise: As with many diseases, regular exercise helps with Parkinson’s disease. Although it is true that there is a progressive restriction in mobility, a patient does not have to … Own measures | Therapy of a Parkinson’s disease
