Parkinson’s Videos
Parkinson’s UK have excellent videos on Parkinson’s that we have found very informative. If you are caring for a client with Parkinson’s, these videos can give you a better understanding on the disease and provide you with exercises that you can do to help you client each day.
Parkinson’s UK - What is Parkinson’s?
Parkinson's is a condition that affects the brain. Parkinson’s video 'Parkinson's Explained' videos answer some of the most common questions about this complex condition.
Parkinson’s UK - What’s it like?
In this honest and often funny live talk, Colin describes his experience with Parkinson's and his hopes for the future.
Parkinson’s UK - What causes Parkinson’s?
We're still building a picture of why people get Parkinson's, but understanding the pieces of this complex puzzle will help us unlock better treatments and one day a cure.
Parkinson’s UK - Managing Hidden Parkinson’s Symptoms
There is very little existing data about non-motor symptoms for Parkinson's. Yet things like depression, anxiety and constipation can cause more distress to people with Parkinson's than more visible symptoms. Parkinson's specialist Dr Robin Fackrell explains how we can manage these symptoms better.
Parkinson’s UK - Could sleep hold the key to a Parkinson’s cure?
We all know that getting a good night's sleep makes a big difference. By understanding how the brain works at night, could we prevent the build up of alphasynuclean and stop Parkinson's?
Parkinson’s UK - New Parkinson’s Study - Can we help people in pain?
Pain affects up to 60% of people with Parkinson's. It has a huge impact on day to day life. You can help change this.
Exercises for Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s UK - Chair-Based Aerobics
Try these exercises with your client to help keep them moving.
Parkinson’s UK - Seated Pilates for Posture
Exercise can be as important as your medication to help you take control and manage your symptoms. Join Jo as she takes us through some seated pilates for posture!
Parkinson’s UK - Strength Training (Arms)
Get those arms going from the comfort of your own home! Join Sasha as she takes on some strength training for the arms.
Parkinson’s UK - Poles for Parkinson’s
Try these moderate exercises with your client to help them take control and manage their symptoms
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Books
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.
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.
Presented in a friendly and easy-to-understand way, this book addresses PD related issues and symptoms along with emerging therapies. In each chapter, Dr. Okun offers patients the necessary tools to manage their disease and to ultimately find joy and fulfilment in their lives.
The Book of Exercise and Yoga for those with Parkinson's Disease is unique in that it covers a wide range of techniques, which are specifically geared to, and have been proven helpful for, those with Parkinson's disease.
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease, you're probably wrestling with fear, despair, and countless questions about the future. It's brighter than you think. In Parkinson's Disease for Dummies, you'll discover how to keep a positive attitude and lead an active, productive life as this user-friendly, guide pilots you through the important steps toward taking charge of your condition.
Articles
National Institute of Ageing - https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/parkinsons-disease
NHS UK - https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/parkinsons-disease/
Michael J Fox Foundation I Parkinson’s - https://www.michaeljfox.org/parkinsons-101
John Hopkins Medicine I Parkinson’s Disease https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/parkinsons-disease
The Lancet I Parkinson’s https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(21)00218-X/fulltext