Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system.
Due to the pathological condition, the patient's lifestyle is significantly impaired, the ability to move is moved.
The most common sign of the disease is shivering.
As the pathology progresses, other signs appear, such as speech problems, drowsiness, slow movement, and more. Unfortunately, in the early stages of the disease the symptoms are so mild that the risk of diagnosis remains unnoticed even by those around you.
Useful tips
The method of complete cure of Parkinson's disease is still unknown to modern medicine, although it is possible to manage symptoms and improve the condition with appropriate medications.
Of course, living in the background of a chronic illness is associated with certain difficulties and it is completely expected that the patient will develop depression, have episodes of anger, get bored; Maintaining a normal lifestyle becomes especially difficult during Parkinson’s because some patients even find it difficult to even eat independently at home due to a number of
symptoms.
Keep in mind that depression is common in people with this disease, therefore, if you notice signs characteristic of a psychological disorder, consult a psychologist in a timely manner.
A person with Parkinson's disease is greatly helped by the support and attention of family and friends. If your loved one has a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, you should consider all the instructions that your doctor will develop.
Recommended:
- Healthy eating ration. Eat fiber-rich foods often, drink adequate doses of water, fluids. Foods containing omega-3 fatty acids are very useful;
- Physical activity. Exercise will strengthen your muscles; help you maintain balance. It is desirable that the form and intensity of exercise be determined by the physiotherapist, for example, a physical activity program may include walking, swimming, gardening, dancing, water aerobics, etc.
- In the late stages of the disease, the risk of falling significantly increases. Even with slight movement, the patient may not be able to maintain balance. To minimize this risk, I recommend: Avoid stepping back, do not hold other objects in your hand while walking, distribute body weight on both feet;
- Performing daily activities (dressing, eating, bathing, writing, etc.) may be difficult for a person with this diagnosis, and your doctor will teach you how to improve the patient's lifestyle.
Source:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/parkinsons-disease/diagnosis-
treatment/drc-20376062
