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What I didn't know
When my neurologist told me I had PD nine years ago, he didn't tell me all the was the disease could/would affect my life. The journey since has been a series of unpleasant discoveries. I wishI had tis book years ago so I could have foreseen what was coming. A MUSTfor PD patients and caregivers. ... Read more

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At the heart of With Shaking Hands is the account of elder Americans in rural Iowa who have been diagnosed with PD. With a focus on the impact of chronic illness on an aging population, Samantha Solimeo combines clear and accessible prose with qualitative and quantitative research to demonstrate how PD accelerates, mediates, and obscures patterns of aging. She explores how ideas of what to expect in older age influence and direct interpretations of one's body. ... Read more

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This manual provides the information and materials needed to conduct an eight-session patient education programme for people with Parkinson’s disease and their carers, complementing medical treatment. This programme was developed within an interdisciplinary European consortium, comprising research and clinical centres in Germany, Spain, Finland, Italy, The Netherlands, Estonia and the United Kingdom.

In addition to dealing with the motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, many people also struggle with the psychological and social effects. In fact, people at every stage of the disease can be faced with problems such as depression, anxiety, stressful social interactions, and difficulties communicating, all of which can disrupt their lives. This programme draws upon basic psychological principles and presents specific strategies that people can use to manage these difficulties. The ultimate goal of the programme is to empower people with Parkinson’s disease and their carers to improve their own quality of life. Although the programme is standardised, flexibility is built into the programme to facilitate its use in different cultures, and with different types of patient and carer groups.

Patient Education for People with Parkinson’s Disease and Their Carers: A Manaual is essential reading for all health care professionals and trained volunteers working with people with Parkinson’s disease and their carers. ... Read more

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EXPLAINING PARKINSON'S DISEASE TO A CHILD

When you live with a devastating illness like Parkinson's Disease (PD), it affects your entire family especially your kids.

In PD families, children witness the debilitating symptoms first-hand, and they may have many questions and concerns. But what are the best answers to give?

Fortunately, this remarkable book will console and inform your child. Follow the adventures of a boy named Colt and his toy panda bear, Pee Dee, and learn how families can better live with the disease.

Author Kay Mixson Jenkins has given PD families an enormous gift. Matched with colorful illustrations and a wealth of resources, Who Is Pee Dee? Explaining Parkinson's Disease to a Child gives parents an easy way to talk to their kids about Parkinson's. ... Read more

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how to explain Parkinson's Disease for a Child
Do you know anyone who has Parkinson's Disease?Parkinson's Disease (or PD) is a chronic, degenerative disorder that affects the human body's ability to move.The cause is unknown, and there is no cure at present.Colt is a young boy whose mother has been diagnosed with PD.Colt's stuffed panda bear is named Pee Dee, so Colt begins mistreating the panda.However, Pee Dee explains to Colt that he's not the one who's hurting Mommy and makes several suggestions for Colt to assist her, such as drawing funny pictures to make her laugh, putting toys away so she doesn't trip, not pulling on her so that she can walk better, getting her a heating pad when her muscles are tight, helping her look for things, and being quiet when she is sleepy so that she can get the rest which she needs, all accompanied with colorful illustrations by Richard Morgan.
Parkinson's is most commonly associated with people over seventy years of age, but approximately 225,000 people under the age of 50 are also afflicted with the disease in the United States alone.So it is quite possible that many children may be acquainted with someone who has PD--a grandparent or other older relative, an elderly neighbor or friend, or perhaps even a parent.Author Kay Mixson Jenkins developed PD at the age of 34.She is the founder of Parkinson's In The Park, an affiliated chapter of the National Parkinson Foundation.Her son Colt has never known a time when his mother did not have Parkinson's, so she wrote this book for him to explain what PD is in terms that the mind of a child can understand.However, it is a valuable resource to help educate people of all ages about what it's like to live with Parkinson's Disease.There is a page listing Parkinson's organizations with their websites for those who wish further information.

Well written in terms a youngster can understand.
Sometimes children have the hardest time understanding why someone they love changes so much in a relatively short amount of time. This book teaches young Colt all about PD from a perspective a child can understand more easily. Colt learns a variety of ways to help his mother and keep her safe. I believe in order to achieve maximum effectiveness, an adult should read this book with the child and stop to ask or answer any questions that come to mind. PD is very difficult for families to deal with and children usually need a little bit of extra guidance. This book does an amazing job opening so many opportunities for conversation while explaining the disease in simple terms.

Wonderful treatment of a difficult subject
'Who is Pee Dee?' is a lovely, well illustrated book that takes on a very tough topic --- how to explain complex medical issues to a child. The story is interesting and gives enough info without 'overloading' kids on the subject, and is informative for older readers as well.

'Who is Pee Dee?' also conveys the overall message that a medical condition doesn't DEFINE the person who has it, it's just part of life. It's a great read and wonderful teaching tool for families and educators alike.

A Good Resource for Children to understand Parkinsons Disease
This book would be very helpful for children who have a family member with Parkinson's disease because it will enable them to see that they are not the reason for that persons pain.

I found the book to be well-written with good illustrations, though it was a little boring and confusing at first. Altogether, this is a good purchase for young children to understand Parkinson's Disease.

Understanding Parkinson's Disease
Nearly everyone has either been touched or knows someone who's been touched by Parkinson's Disease.This book helps children understand PD.It is beautifully written and shows how we deal with this disease through a child's eyes - with the help of his stuffed panda bear.It's adorable and educational.I highly recommend it for anyone with a loved one with PD, but it can also be used as an educational tool for other diseases too.A wonderful story! ... Read more

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This ‘easy-to-follow’ anthology brings together leading international medical and healthcare specialists who work with different aspects of Parkinson’s Disease. It presents an integrated, team-based approach to the best possible management of people with Parkinson’s disease, aiming to optimise function and wellbeing.Those with the illness, their caregivers, as well as physicians and healthcare professionals, are empowered to make educated, scientifically-based choices about the latest supportive therapies.This encyclopaedic work presents individual essays covering the Use of Drugs, Surgical Neurology, Anaesthesia, Nutritional Therapy, Bowel and Muscle Function, Self-esteem, Stress Control, Sexuality, Pregnancy, Acupuncture, Electromagnetic Therapy, Carer’s Needs as well as many other areas of interest. Reviews“This volume contains a wealth of theoretical and practical knowledge which will be of benefit to all those in the world of Parkinson’s Disease”Professor Leslie Findley, Medical Adviser to the European Parkinson’s Disease Association, UK“The book is fabulous! The book ‘Parkinson’s Disease – The Way Forward!’ is an exciting one because it really looks at Parkinson’s from an entire life perspective”Jo Rosen, President, Parkinson’s Resource Organisation, USA “I have read the whole book and found it to be a super help for both doctors and healthcare professionals, patients and carers.Honestly, I have not read such a detailed and multi-disciplinary book, so far. It is truly the way forward!”Dr Irena Rektorová, Assistant Professor of Neurology, Brno University, Czech Republic ... Read more

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What a Stunning Book!
I sat down and read it through completely, and was amazed at the knowledge, and well researched detail that you have presented.Notable, are the medical and technical knowledge together with the care and real concern for Parkinson's sufferers, which is shown by compassionate practitioners in many fields.

This has to be the definitive book on this subject, giving hope, support and the tools with which to live as creatively and with as much dignity as possible.I do not just wish you well with it's publication, but am lost in admiration!"

The Essential User-Friendly Resource Book
This resource book is an essential user-friendly compendium and tool-kit. By following the various practical strategies described patients with PD can be helped and encouraged to improve their quality of life, function as best as they are able, reduce symptoms and minimise the distressing side-effects of drugs.

Book with a Marked Advantage
This may not be as headline-grabbing or sensationalist as foetal grafts or human cloning, but has the advantage of markedly improving the lives of those with this unfrotunate illness.

THE MOST HELPFUL BROADLY-BASED BOOK OF ITS KIND
I have read the whole book, which I found a super help for both Doctors and Healthcare Professionals as well as for Patients and Carers. Honestly I haven't read such a detailed andmultidisciplinary book so far. Eminent medical and allied healthcare professionals have contributed to the information in the book and all statements are backed up by scientific references.

This is just a brief overview of how I see the whole book which is modern, comprehensive, practical and I think it really is "The way forward!"

There are all the possible medical chapters involved including diagnosis, the difference between young and older onset, treatment (very comprehensive and good).

I find it wonderful that all the chapters are also translated into non-medical language in addition to medical text, with practical aspects given for and by Patients, Carers, Nurse Specialists, etc.

All possible Tests are explained including PET and SPECT and other (Biochemical) laboratory tests.

Surgery is written in the best multidisciplinary and complex way I have ever read. Super!

Even Anaesthesiology and Podiatric Surgery are involved.

I very much enjoyed how much stress and volume is given to Nutrition, which even included recipes and dietary recommendations for healthy food, gaining or losing weight, overcoming problems with chewing, swallowing, etc. I didn't know about Glutathione, which is mentioned, with the references too.

A lot of space is given to sexual life in PD. This is great and provides a lot of information, which is very useful and new for me too.

Also Traditional Chinese Medicine aspects are mentioned including Acupuncture. I found this interesting since it is not my field and I appreciate it.

Depression and other psychiatric problems are explained and ways for management provided, not only medically but also from the psychologist's point of view.

All the health care professionals including PD Nurse Specialist, Physiotherapist, Speech and Occupational Therapist, etc. have their brief articles. Their role is explained and the need for them pointed out. Aspects such as communication are nicely written.

Other problems such as Osteopathy and problems that occur especially in Older People are mentioned, which is very useful.

A lot of Exercise is described with pictures, which is very practical.

Even Patients' and Carers' Points of View are not omitted!

To repeat what I said before - this is just a brief overview of how I see the whole book which is modern, comprehensive, practical and I think it really is "The way forward!" ... Read more

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Parkinson's Disease (PD is a devastating degenerative central nervous system disorder that affects 1.5 million people in the US, with approximately 60,000 new cases diagnosed each year. It affects both men and women equally, and while the conidition usually develops after the age of 65, 15% of those diagnosed are under age 50. The disease significantly impairs motor skills and speech, and is chracterized by muscle rigidity, tremor, slowed physical movement, and difficulty with balance, as well as cognitive dysfunction and language problems. It is both chronic and progressive, and is one of the most commonly seen neurological problems in primary care settings.

The last five years have seen a substantial expansion of the therapeutic armamentarium for managing PD. There has also been an increase in the recognitino of the importance of non-motor manifestations of PD. This explosion of knowledge has raised the complexity of therapeutic decisions faced by the physicians treating PD. In addition, the prevalence of PD is increasing with the aging of the population. While there have been a number of publications addressing different aspects of PD treatment in the neurological literature, there is a dearth of material on PD designed for internists and primary care physicians, whoare often the first to see patients presenting symptons of PD. Therefore, this concise, clinically focused volume will serve as a valuable resource tailored to the specific needs of internists and primary care physicians.

Part of the Oxford American Neurology Library, this highly practical guide covers current approaches and new developments in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of PD, including both early PD and advanced PD. The book also offers in-depth coverage of the non-motor manifestations of PD, with which the internal medicine audience is less familiar. It als addresses the role of imaging studies in the diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and monitoring of the progression of PD. In addition to providing up-to-date information on pharmacological therapies for PD, the book also describes the surgical management of the disease, as well as non-pharmacological treatment options. It also covers new data on the genetic causes of PD. ... Read more

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Treatment approaches for Parkinson's Disease are determined by several factors: accurate diagnosis, severity of symptoms and functional impairment, adequacy of clinical response to pharmacological agents and other treatments. Often, the decision to initiate treatment, change the dosage of an existing agent or add another agent to a treatment regimen depends on careful monitoring of the timing and extent of clinical response. Optimal management of Parkinson's Disease is achieved through thorough assessment of many considerations affecting each patient, and incorporation of current evidence-based treatment protocols accordingly.

The Parkinson's Disease treatment paradigm is currently undergoing changes as new agents and formulations emerge.This improved paradigm promises to provide physicians and patients with more effective symptom control, and perhaps, delayed disease progression.Filled with relevant clinical insights and guidance, this pocket volume will provide easily accessible information to help physicians integrate the updated treatment guidelines into clinical practice.

This pocket guide is the first portable, concise and up-to-date resource of its kind addressing the complexities of treatment decisions for the various symptoms and challenges in PD.The volume provides practical clinical guidelines on assessment (staging) and treatment of early and advanced PD, as well as addresses associated complications. In addition to diagnosis and assessment, the handbook covers pharmacological treatments, including therapies for neuroprotection and functional impairment, dosage and administration guidelines, surgical procedures, non-pharmacological management, and management of both motor and non-motor complications. ... Read more

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Move It! is an indispensable guide for individuals with Parkinson's Disease and their caregivers.

Move It! is the first publication of its kind! It is a complete movement, exercise and resource guide for people with Parkinson's Disease. The book includes:
-Overview of physical symptoms;
-Medication review in easily understandable terms;
-Techniques and tricks for improved mobility including bed mobility, transfers, & walking;
-Anti-freezing techniques that really work;
-Adaptive devices for easier everyday living;
-Complete exercise programs specific for Parkinson's Disease; -Exercise programs for all physical levels (beginner, intermediate and advanced); -Complete guide and exercise program for flexibility;

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A straight, no-nonsense tone throughout
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a degenerative chronic and progressive disorder of the central nervous system that often impairs the sufferer's motor skills, speech, and other functions. It is estimated that over one million Americans and approximately six million people worldwide currently live with PD.

Presently, there are no tests available to diagnose PD and thus the sole manner in which it is diagnosed is on the basis of clinical history and findings of a neurological examination. The general primary characteristics of PD are muscle rigidity, tremor, slowing of physical movement and in extreme cases a loss of physical movement. It is believed that the fundamental cause of PD is due to the decreased stimulation of the motor cortex by the basal ganglia, normally pursuant to the insufficient formation and action of dopamine, which is produced in the dopaminergic neurons of the brain. The secondary symptoms of PD may include a high level cognitive dysfunction and subtle language problems. Although there is no cure for PD at the present moment, the combination of exercise in conjunction with medication, according to Kevin Lockette, author of Move It! An Exercise and Movement Guide for People with Parkinson's Disease and many others is one of the best things that you can do to counteract the negative physical effects of PD.

Inspired by working with people with Parkinson's Disease (PD), Lockette, who is a physical therapist, decided to launch a book and video that would incorporate many of his own methods he has used in his classes and PD support groups that have made a profound difference in the daily lives of the participants. With Move It! An Exercise and Movement Guide for People with Parkinson's Disease and its companion video, Lockette exposes to his readers many non-conventional exercises and techniques that have been found to be quite helpful in aiding people with PD.

In the opening chapter, Dr. Melvin Yee briefly explains what is PD, its cause, demographics, diagnosis, cardinal physical symptoms, and medications. With these explanations in mind, the reader is now prepared to learn the techniques and exercises that Lockette goes onto share with his readers with the objective of assisting the PD patient in combating and/or staving off the various physical symptoms that have been described.

Next, the book launches into an analysis of various movement challenges and what strategies can be employed to contend and battle back against them. Included are tips as to how to deal with "freezing episodes." Readers are counseled to move consciously and that with patience in order to maintain safe, effective mobility, and stave off or delay many of the physical effects that are prevalent with patients with PD. Fundamental strategies focus on four important behavioral patterns that should be practiced, visualization, planning, sequence (one step at a time) and the completion. Considerable ink is devoted to improving walking, bed mobility, standing, and balance.

A complete chapter is devoted to assistive devices such as canes, walkers, and commercially specialty devices. Lockette does not endorse any one product but only presents some of the options that are available. This is followed by falls and how to minimize them, how to fall, and what can you do once you find yourself on the floor. A very interesting chapter is one dealing with adaptive devices that can make your life easier to deal with. Some of the devices include button aides, sock aides, bath reacher sponge, eating utensils, writing utensils, and meal preparation.

The remainder of the book devotes itself to a variety of invaluable exercises. And according to Lockette, focusing on posture and purposeful movement is the key to an effective exercise program. In fact, recent research has confirmed that exercise does have beneficial effects in patients with PD. What Lockette rightfully points out is that PD "works on a particular area in your brain but does not directly work on your muscles, so your muscles can still have the ability to maintain strength and flexibility if you train them." These chapters with their illustrations in conjunction with the accompanying video maintain a straight, no-nonsense tone throughout. Lockette has done an excellent job of laying out the information clearly and concisely. An added plus is the very useful appendix that is included of a home assessment checklist that lists problems and solutions such as unable to safely negotiate stairs and the various solutions as installing ramps, rails, etc.

Incidentally, I don't have PD, but I do have a poor posture and I found many of the exercises to be very beneficial. I have tried them at home and at the gym. They do work!

Norm Goldman, Publisher & Editor Bookpleasures ... Read more

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Review by a speech-language pathologist
I read Neurorehabilitation in Parkinson's Disease with great interest.As the editors point out in the introduction, patients with Parkinson's are being seen in increasing numbers as our population ages.The book fills the need for a comprehensive text on this complex disease.It addresses both theory and practice and does not neglect the importance of home programs and the needs of the Parkinson's patient in the wider community.Clinicians in the various fields that treat Parkinson's will benefit from the clearly written text and the fact that treatment suggestions are based on solid evidence.I highly recommend this book.
Thelma Zirkelbach, Ed.D., C.C.C. SLP

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Aging: the good, bad and ugly
Excellent story of health decline from a physician who became "the patient". Very informative of the disease process and how it impacts the patient.

Cathartic
Reading "Life in the Balance" was a therapeutic, actually cathartic, experience.My spouse has Parkinson's and, for the first time, I was able to partially understand what he is experiencing. It demonstrated so many of the unknowns and allowed me to validate my own feelings.I thank Dr. Graboys for having the courage to pen his thoughts in such a meaningful way.

Life in the Balance
This was an informative and easy read.I read it in one session.I bought 3 more and gave to caregivers of people with this problem and gave one to my doctor. My husband has this illness and I am thinking of asking him to read the book.It is for once a book with some positive attitude and full of helps.

A moving story
Dr. Thomas Graboys was a distinguished heart doctor who seemed to have it all. He had lost his first wife to cancer but was newly married to a wonderful, smart, sexy woman and he was at the top of his profession. Then he was struck by an aggressive form of Parkinson's Disease called Lewy body disease that not only attacked his body but also his mind.

I have a personal interest in this book. Someone I love deeply has been fighting Parkinson's for years, though thankfully not the same kind that struck Graboys. Her mind is still intact. He is suffering from creeping dementia.

Graboys is painfully honest in this book. He talks about how he tried for months to continue his work, battling through exhaustion and mental lapses, until he was forced to admit he could not carry on. Being a doctor defined him -- and now it is gone.

He also discusses his attempts to preserve a form of physical intimacy with his wife and the pain of watching a virile, physically fit body decay along with his sexuality.

Graboys also frankly speaks about his marriage. He was already experiencing early symptoms of the disease when he married his wife Vicki -- but he was in a state of deep denial. She thought she was marrying a capable, virile man. Instead, she got an invalid who needs virtual around-the-clock care. This "original sin" placed a tremendous burden on the marriage.

The most significant service this book performs is to restore the dignity of a man who has lost so much. Graboys teaches us that a person should not be defined by his sickness. His determination to fight every step of the way against his inevitable decline is inspiring.

The weakest part of the book are the segments contributed by the author's children, step-children and in-laws. They are repetitive and seemed designed to pad out the book. They weaken the overall message by diluting the force of the author's own words.

Experiencing Parkinson's Dementia with Lewy Bodies
This is a well written book giving a window into what it is truly like to have Parkinson's with Dementia. Hearing the experience of a physician with the disorder as well as personal accounts from all of his family members is incredibly informative in understanding what a loved one is dealing with. ... Read more

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Considered the largest breakthrough in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease in the past 40 years, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is a pioneering procedure of neurology and functional neurosurgery, forging enormous change and growth within the field. The first comprehensive text devoted to this surgical therapy, this source expertly examines all aspects of DBS from history and theory to patient evaluation, recovery, and rehabilitation.  Edited by specialists in the top-tiers of the discipline, including contributors from the pioneering Movement Disorder Group at the University of Pennsylvania, this text will be an indispensable companion for the entire neurological and neurosurgical community.

An essential tool that lucidly covers all the essential elements of this revolutionary surgical technique, this guide:

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The first authoritative collection of recent breakthroughs in Parkinson's disease (PD) research, this reference spans key findings on the mechanisms of neurodegeneration and the role of specific genes that may lead to improved therapies for PD.This guide will review the major aspects of the disease including motoric and pathologic features, and autonomic dysfunction, sleep disorders, and neuropsychiatric manifestations, as well as provide an in-depth review of genetic considerations.With contributions by recognized experts on the topic, this source will address the pathogenesis, experimental models, future therapeutic opportunities, and research trends affecting the field. ... Read more

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Parkinson's Disease In Practice, 2nd edition provides practical, up-to-date summaries on how to manage Parkinson's disease in everyday practice. The title reflects the current developments surrounding Parkinson's disease and the fields of pharmacology and surgery making this an indispensable guide full of tips and useful advice. This title reviews the entire spectrum of Parkinson's disease, and includes such topics as its epidemiology and aetiology, pathophysiology, and potential investigations. This book will be of great value to general practitioners, hospital doctors, Parkinson's Disease Nurse Specialists and paramedical therapists working in this area, as well as to undergraduate and postgraduate students of medicine, pharmacology and pharmacy. ... Read more

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Living with Parkinson's Disease explores the disease from a professional point of view and includes short pieces, written primarily by Parkinson's patients, about what it is like to experience the disease. ... Read more

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The bar has raised to platinum for this new, FourthEdition of Parkinson's Disease - Questions and Answers.

The list of authors now includes three additional well-knownspecialists to the already highly regarded list.

The content has been completely updated to include the most recent information available.

A valuable CD ROM is included in this book, with video files of patient case studies.

Aimed at physicians and informed patients, this title will be evenmore useful and educational than the previous edition. Some of thetopics included are:

Differential Diagnosis, Medications for Treatment, Non-pharmacologicaltreatment, Surgery,Management of non-motor symptoms, Medicalmanagement, Clinical features, Questions frequently asked by patientsand more... ... Read more

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Awesome Reference
I requested this book as I attempt to trully understand Parkinson's and all the things that both, contribute to the condition and help the condition. I plan to work with many people with this disease and help to give them the very best quality of life. In Michigan, this and other neurological conditions have really exploded. I found this to be an exceptionally good book to use because of all the specifics it gave involving everyday life and the hope it gave that the quality of life can and will improve for people dealing with this disease from different methods of treatment. It is a very hands on book for the patient and the caretakers involved. ... Read more

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Parkinson's disease (PD) is characterised by an insidious onset with slowing of emotional and voluntary movement, muscular rigidity, postural abnormality and tremor. Parkinson's disease was first described in 1817 by James Parkinson. It is a progressive, neurological disease mainly affecting people over the age of 50, although at least 10 percent of cases occur at an earlier age. It affects people of either sex or all ethnic groups. In the normal brain, some nerve cells produce the chemical dopamine, which transmits signals within the brain to produce smooth movement of muscles. In Parkinson's patients, 80 percent or more of these dopamine-producing cells are damaged, dead, or otherwise degenerated. This causes the nerve cells to fire wildly, leaving patients unable to control their movements. This book examines new research results from around the world. ... Read more

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The incidence of Parkinson's is growing as the number of older adults making up the general population increases. The demand for nurses who specialize in the care of patients with movement disorders is also increasing and it is crucial that they have a comprehensive manual for patient care.

Lisette Bunting-Perry and Gwyn Vernon have years of experience working with Parkinson's patients and have put together a team of internationally renowned clinicians who provide a truly comprehensive review of the information you need for the care of patients with this complex clinical profile. Comprehensive Nursing Care for Parkinson's Disease covers what is currently known about the disease and current evidence-based standards of care including: management through deep brain stimulation, palliative care for frail older adults with Parkinson's, medication management, non-motor complications and psychosocial issues, and complementary and alternative approaches.

This is an indispensable bedside companion in caring for those with Parkinson's as well as a much needed catalyst for the evaluation of future patient needs and the further development of comprehensive models of care. ... Read more

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Comprehensive teaching text and reference book
These colleagues are well recognized as Parkinson experts, and the information and clinical insights provided in this compact text are absolutely first rate for seasoned professionals as well as newcomers to movement disorders.I have used this as the primary teaching tool for the Allied Team Training Program sponsored by the National Parkinson Foundation, and it gets rave reviews from nurses as well as allied health professionals.
Susan Imke, RN, GNP-C, Ft. Worth, TX

Comprehensive Nursing Care for Parkinson's Disease
This book is a well written, well organized and up-to-date resource. The authors expertise in working with individuals with Parkinson's disease is evident as they cover such topics as approach to clinical care, motor and nonmotor symptoms, caregiving, surgical options, palliative care, rehabilitation, and complementary and alternative medicine. Every health care professional that cares for this population of patients or knows someone with Parkinson's disese should read this comprehensive book and have it on their shelf as it is an EXCELLENT and one-of-kind resource. ... Read more

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Univ. of Southern California, Los Angeles. Pocketsized review for physicians on the etiology, pathophysiology, difference diagnosis, treatment, and management of Parkinson's disease. Thumbtabbed. Trim size: 7.5 x 4 inches. Softcover. ... Read more

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"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 advice .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, doctors, and associated health care professionals--from rehabilitation specialists to social workers--will find Parkinson's Disease the one reference they cannot do without. ... Read more

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Navigating a Complex Illness
Parkinson's Disease patients might ironically refer to their ailment as "the gift that keeps on giving." They live in a constant struggle to navigate the complexities of a chronic condition that presents an ever-changing landscape of physical and mental symptoms, treatment side-effects and societal perceptions that can sometimes feel like a game of "Whack-a-Mole" for patients, caregivers and clinicians. Now four experts in the treatment of Parkinson's have collaborated on a comprehensive road map for health professionals, "Parkinson's Disease - A Guide to Patient Care."

This book, with an emphasis on substance over style, is constructed as a systematic reference manual designed to help medical professionals maintain an optimal balance among all the various opposing forces faced by their Parkinson's patients. The format is essentially an organized set of lists, detailing characteristics of the disease itself, its impact on the daily lives of people who live with it, and the overlapping array of technical and practical interventions available to the medical professionals who confront it. Each chapter is comprised of concise, readily-referenced bullet points of information essential to the development and evolution of complex treatment plans required for effective management of this frustratingly complex illness. Redundancies abound, since each element is interconnected, and each issue encountered must be weighed and considered against the particular pattern of symptoms presented by the patient, each as individual as they are.

There is an obvious tendency for this type of "technical manual" to become cold and clinical, but threading through this volume is a distinct undercurrent of compassion and encouragement for Parkinson's patients and those close to them. It is this fundamental thoughtfulness and humility that distinguish the book, challenging health professionals to use their mole-whacking abilities to give their patients one more gift--that of hope.
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