61. Parkinson's Disease It is incorrectly believed that Parkinson s disease disappeared after the Further, more people suffer from Parkinson s disease than multiple sclerosis, http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/patientcare/healthinformation/diseasesandconditions

Skip Navigation home about us referring ... Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's Disease What is Parkinson's disease? Parkinson's disease (PD or, simply, Parkinson's) is the most common form of parkinsonism, a group of motor system disorders. It is a slowly progressing, degenerative disease that is usually associated with the following symptoms, all of which result from the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells: tremor or trembling of the arms, jaw, legs, and face stiffness or rigidity of the limbs and trunk bradykinesia (slowness of movement) postural instability, or impaired balance and coordination Facts about Parkinson's disease: It is incorrectly believed that Parkinson's disease disappeared after the introduction of levodopa (L-dopa) in the 1960s. In fact, about 50,000 Americans are newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease each year, with more than half a million Americans affected at any one time. Further, more people suffer from Parkinson's disease than multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis combined. What causes Parkinson's disease (PD)?

62. Parkinson's Disease: An Overview The Cleveland Clinic s disease Management Project offers readers insight intothe clinical course of a disease including its definition, prevalence, http://www.clevelandclinicmeded.com/diseasemanagement/neurology/parkinsons/parki

Revised January 19, 2005 Patrick J. Sweeney, MD Department of Neurology Print Chapter The Cleveland Clinic Foundation James Parkinson (1755-1824), while best remembered for the disease state named after him by Charcot, was a man of many talents and interests. Publishing on chemistry, paleontology and other diverse topics, he was, early in his career, a social activist championing the rights of the disenfranchised and poor. His efforts in this area were enough to result in his arrest and appearance before The Privy Council in London on at least one occasion. In collaboration with his son, who was a surgeon, he also offered the first description, in the English language, of a ruptured appendix. His small but famous publication, "Essay on the Shaking Palsy", appeared in 1817, 7 years before his death in 1824. The clinical description of 6 patients was a remarkable masterpiece testifying to his prodigious powers of observation for most of the 6 were never actually examined by Parkinson himself; rather, they were simply observed walking on the streets of London. Definition Prevalence Pathophysiology Signs and ... References National Guidelines An Algorithm for the Management of Parkinson's Disease DEFINITION Parkinson's disease is a common neurodegenerative disease of the elderly. Typically beginning in the 60s or 70s, it is characterized by the unilateral onset of resting tremor in combination with varying degrees of rigidity and bradykinesia.

63. NeurosurgeryToday.org | What Is Neurosurgery | Patient Education Materials | Par For as many as one million people living with Parkinson s disease, Parkinson sdisease is both chronic meaning that it persists over a long period of http://www.neurosurgerytoday.org/what/patient_e/parkinsons.asp

Search: Home What is Neurosurgery AANS National Neurosurgical Procedural Statistics Report Camera Ready Feature Articles ... Find a Board-Certified Neurosurgeon Legislative Activities Library Media Center Research ... Professional Information: AANS.ORG Site Map View Printer Friendly Adult Onset Hydrocephalus Anatomy of the Brain ... Trigeminal Neuralgia Parkinson's Disease March, 2000 For as many as one million people living with Parkinson's Disease, everyday activities like walking or standing can become painful, sometimes even impossible. While medications may alleviate some symptoms of the disease, such as tremor, slowness of movement and muscle stiffness, many long-term sufferers are turning to surgery to help regain control of their lives. What is Parkinson's Disease? Parkinson's disease is both chronic meaning that it persists over a long period of time, and progressive meaning that symptoms grow worse over time. Parkinson's disease is a disorder of the nervous system that occurs most commonly in the middle-aged and elderly (although approximately 10 percent of sufferers are under age 40). It can strike down active, vital people at the peak of their lives, as evidenced by the revelation one year ago by actor Michael J. Fox of ABC-TV’s Spin City, that he suffers from Parkinson’s. Other well-known sufferers include Attorney General Janet Reno, former Heavyweight Boxing Champ Muhammad Ali, and Pope John Paul. Parkinson's occurs when certain brain cells, or neurons, in an area of the brain known as the substantia nigra die or become impaired. These neurons produce an important chemical known as dopamine a chemical messenger responsible for transmitting signals between the substantia nigra and the next "messenger center" of the brain, the corpus striatum.

64. Parkinson's Disease News Parkinson s disease News continually updated from thousands of sources around the net. http://www.topix.net/health/parkinsons-disease

Advanced Search Enter ZIP, City or News Search Parkinson's Disease News All Channels Front Page Autos Business ... XML Health ADHD Alcoholism Alzheimer's Anencephaly ... more... Parkinson's Disease News continually updated from thousands of sources around the net. Front Page Health News Parkinson's Disease Longtime lawmaker resigns from Senate Longtime state legislator and former civil rights activist Byron Baer of Englewood resigned yesterday from his 37th District Senate seat, citing troubles with Parkinson's disease. Topics: Englewood Health Check - Parkinson's Drug Problems The medicine for Parkinson's can help slow the disease's progression, but long-term use does have negative side effects. Topics: Medicine Environmental Toxins Linked to Parkinson's Exposure to certain chemicals found in pesticides and herbicides may increase the risk of Parkinson's disease in people with a family history of the disease, according to a new study. Brain tissue shortage threatens research A shortage of healthy brains being donated for medical research is impeding the development of treatments for diseases such as Parkinson's, scientists at the British Association Science Festival in Dublin heard ... Parts of brain battle over decisions ...

65. H. Lundbeck A/S - Parkinson's Disease Parkinson s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disruption of the centralnervous system, characterised by tremors, slowness of movement, http://www.lundbeck.com/ourbusiness/ourfocus/parkinsons/default.asp

About us Investors Media Join us ... Sleep disorders Parkinson's disease Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disruption of the central nervous system. Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disease caused by lack of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Parkinson's disease is one of several motor system disorders. Parkinson's and related disorders are the result of the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells in the patient, primarily in the so-called black substance, substantia nigra. Dopamine is one of several chemical neurotransmitters responsible for transmitting signals within the brain. Loss of dopamine results in loss of normal nerve cell activity, leaving patients unable to direct or control their movement in a normal manner. The primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremors in hands, arms, legs, and head; muscle rigidity that leaves the body immovable and the face expressionless; slowness of movement; and impaired balance and coordination. Patients may also have difficulty walking, talking, or completing simple tasks. The disease is both chronic and progressive. There are a few cases of inherited Parkinson's disease. Early symptoms can be subtle and difficult to diagnose. The disease is characterised by tremors, slow movements, stiffness in arms and legs and balance problems. Next to Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease is the most common neurodegenerative disorder.

66. CoffeeScience.org - Parkinson’s Disease: Presents information on coffee, caffeine and health, reviewed by medical experts,from science journals and industry reports for journalists, http://coffeescience.org/parkinsons

@import url(http://coffeescience.org/ploneColumns.css); @import url(http://coffeescience.org/plone.css); Skip to content. Home About CSS Mental Alertness Physical Fitness Diabetes GI Health Parkinson's Disease Alzheimer's Disease Antioxidant Content Healthy Recipes Media Resources Parkinson’s disease: Caffeinated clues and the promise of adenosine A(2A) antagonists in PD. Schwarzschild MA, Chen J, Ascherio, A. Neurology Department of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital Boston Dose-dependent protective effect of coffee, tea, and smoking in Parkinson's disease: a study in ethnic Chinese. Tan EK, Tan C, Fook-Chong SM, Lum SY, et al. J Neurol Sci. 2003 Dec 15;216(1):163-7. Department of Neurology, Singapore General Hospital Singapore A case-control study on cigarette, alcohol, and coffee consumption preceding Parkinson's disease. Ragonese P, Salemi G, Morgante L, Aridon P, et al. Neuroepidemiology. 2003 Sep-Oct;22(5):297-304. Department of Neuropsychiatry, University of Palermo Palermo Italy Association of coffee and caffeine intake with the risk of Parkinson disease. Ross GW, Abbott RD, Petrovitch H, Morens DM, Grandinetti A, Tung KH, Tanner CM, Masaki KH, Blanchette PL, Curb JD, Popper JS, White LR.

67. Parkinson's Disease Treatment From Neurology Specialists At Mayo Clinic Parkinson s disease and other movement disorders treatment from neurologyspecialists at Mayo Clinic. http://www.mayoclinic.org/parkinsons-disease/

Home About Mayo Clinic Jobs Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Services Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's Disease Overview Types of Parkinson's Disease Treatment Options Appointments ... Medical Services Treatment of Parkinson's Disease at Mayo Clinic According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, at least 1 million people are believed to suffer from Parkinson's disease, and about 50,000 new cases are reported each year in the United States. These figures are expected to increase as the population ages. Nearly 4,000 patients with Parkinson's disease are treated each year by neurology and neurosurgery specialists in Mayo Clinic's movement disorders programs. Patients receive state-of-the-art treatment and have opportunities to participate in valuable research studies and clinical trials. Read more about movement disorders Diagnosis No specific test can diagnose Parkinson's disease. Diagnosis is usually made based on the patient's history and a comprehensive neurologic examination. Similar symptoms can be caused by certain medications and by other degenerative brain conditions. Getting an accurate diagnosis is key to starting appropriate treatment that may help manage symptoms for years. Mayo Clinic has extensive experience in the evaluation, differential diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson's disease.

68. Parkinson's Disease NetWellness health information on Parkinson s disease, Ask an Expert aboutParkinson s disease. http://www.netwellness.org/healthtopics/parkinsons/

NetWellness provides the highest quality health information and education services created and evaluated by faculty of our partner universities. Friday, September 9, 2005 Home HealthTopics Health Centers Reference Library ... Search this Topic Parkinson's Disease General Information The Body ... Information Clinical Trials Request an Appointment Overview Parkinson's disease is also called primary parkinsonism or idiopathic Parkinson's disease. (Idiopathic is the term for a disorder for which no cause has yet been identified). In the other forms of parkinsonism, either the cause is known or suspected, or the disorder More General Information Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's Disease More The Body About the Nervous System Movement Disorders: Anatomy/Physiology Parkinson's Disease: Genetics Symptoms and Tests Hand Tremor Parkinson's Disease: Diagnosis/Symptoms Treatment Parkinson's Disease: Alternative Therapy Parkinson's Disease: Disease Management Parkinson's Disease: Treatment Staying Healthy U.S. Surgeon General's Family History Initiative Parkinson's Disease: Coping Parkinson's Disease: Nutrition Additional information on Parkinson's Disease Info by Age, Ethnicity, Sex

69. Parkinson's Disease Questions And Answers From Medtronic Parkinson s disease questions and answers, information for patients, and therapyinformation. http://www.medtronic.com/neuro/parkinsons/activa_qa.html

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70. Log In Problems Medscape s Parkinson s disease Resource Center is a collection of the latestmedical news and clinical information about PD diagnosis and treatment http://www.medscape.com/pages/editorial/resourcecenters/public/parkinsons/rc-par

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71. Welcome To APDA I & R Center At Stanford The American Parkinson disease Association Information Referral Center (APDA It exists to provide Parkinson s disease patients and their families with http://parkinsons.stanford.edu/

Home Events About PD Services ... Stanford Links It exists to provide Parkinson's Disease patients and their families with information and resources to help understand and manage Parkinson's Disease, to improve the quality of life for both patient and caregiver, while increasing public awareness about the disease. Join our Mailing list News and Events Beyond Pills: Parkinson's Disease Symposium Look for a summary of the event and listen to the audio presentations. Support Group Meetings Publications on Parkinson's Disease Research by Helen Bronte-Stewart, MD. Stanford University Medical Center 300 Pasteur Drive, Room A-343 Stanford, CA 94305-5235 Phone: (866) 250-2414 Fax: (650) 725-7459 Website: http://parkinsons.stanford.edu

72. Parkinson S Disease Penn State Hershey Medical Center provides world class care and services to patients. http://www.hmc.psu.edu/healthinfo/pq/parkinsons.htm

73. Parkinsons - A Disease Of Aging Parkinson s disease is primarily a disease of aging. http://seniorhealth.about.com/library/weekly/aa012300a.htm

zJs=10 zJs=11 zJs=12 zJs=13 zc(5,'jsc',zJs,9999999,'') zfs=0;zCMt='a08' About Senior Health Senior Health Essentials ... Help zau(256,140,140,'el','http://z.about.com/0/ip/417/C.htm','');w(xb+xb+' ');zau(256,140,140,'von','http://z.about.com/0/ip/496/6.htm','');w(xb+xb); FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Senior Health newsletter! See Online Courses Search Senior Health Parkinsons - A Disease of Aging This past week's announcement by actor Michael J. Fox that he will be retiring has again put national attention on Parkinson's Disease. In interviews he states that he is leaving so as to concentrate on his battle with the disease and his advocacy for a cure. Michael J. Fox is a very visible victim of this neurological disorder, but not your typical victim. Parkinson's is usually thought of as a disease of aging. The average age of onset is 60 years of age. Parkinson's is one of a group of diseases classified as a motor system disorder. Its most obvious symptoms are tremors or trembling of the hands, arms legs and face, stiffness of the limbs and trunk, slowness of movements and impaired balance and coordination. It is a chronic, progressive disease with symptoms growing worse over time and leading to total disability and dependence. Along with the visible symptoms the person with Parkinson's will also have difficulty swallowing and talking. The person with Parkinson's is very likely to be depressed and have weight loss due to decreased appetite and difficulty swallowing. The exact cause of Parkinson's is not known. Degeneration of certain brain cells causes a reduction in

74. Parkinsons Action Network Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, progressive neurological disorder that Although Parkinson’s disease affects different people in different ways, http://www.parkinsonsaction.org/aboutparkinsons/whatisparkinsons.htm

Search this site: What is Parkinson's Disease? Routes to a Cure Scientific Updates Udall Centers ... Multimedia Parkinson's library What is Parkinson's Disease? Involuntary tremulous motion, with lessened muscular power, in parts not in action and even when supported; with a propensity to bend the trunk forwards, and to pass from a walking to a running pace: the senses and intellects being uninjured Diagnosed in 1997. Pan Board Chairman Jeffrey C. Martin (right) talks with Senator Lamar Alexander (R-TN)

75. U.S. Department Of Transportation - National Highway Traffic Safety Administrati Driving When You Have Parkinson s disease Title Graphic d PDF Version telephone icon Parkinson’s disease Foundation 1800-457-6676. www.pdf.org http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/people/injury/olddrive/Parkinsons Web/

d PDF Version Driving when you have Parkinson's Disease my driving? react quickly to a road hazard; turn the steering wheel; or use the gas pedal or push down the brake. Staying fit and active will help maintain your muscle strength that you need to drive. This will help keep you safely behind the wheel and on the road. Improving your skills could help keep you and others around you safe. To find a specialist near you, call the Association of Driver Rehabilitation Specialists at or go to their website at www.aded.net . You also can call your local hospital and rehabilitation facility to find an occupational therapist who can help with the driving skills assessment. What if I have to cut back or give up driving? You can keep your independence even if you have to cut back or give up on your driving. It may take planning ahead on your part, but planning will get you to the places you want to go and the people you want to see. Consider: rides with family and friends; taxi cabs;

76. Parkinson's Parkinson s disease Movement Disorder Center of Albany Medical Center 215Washington Avenue Extension Albany, New York 12205 (518)4520914 http://www.amc.edu/patient/Parkinsons/parkinsons.htm

Movement Disorders Center Pages Albany Medical Center 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany, New York 12208 E-mail the AMC Webmaster: Webmaster@mail.amc.edu View the Telephone Directory See your health care provider for specific medical advice. AMC takes no responsibility for content  provided at external link sites.

77. Clinical PET - Neurology Parkinson s disease (idiopathic parkinsonism) is characterized by three major Parkinson s disease is caused by a reduction in dopamine containing nerve http://www.crump.ucla.edu/software/lpp/clinpetneuro/parkinsons.html

Menu Previous Next TUTORIAL: Clinical PET - Neurology Use the "Menu" button to jump to the Let's Play PET Main Menu or click on the Next and Previous buttons to proceed sequentially through the topics and tutorials. Or, you can return to the Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology's Home Page Contents: Topics: Neurological Scan Evaluation PET and Brain Function Metabolic Development of the Brain Alzheimer's Disease ... Trauma Parkinson's Disease Parkinson's disease (idiopathic parkinsonism) is characterized by three major symptoms: rigidity, tremor, and akinesia. Voluntary movements suffer a marked retardation, while muscular strength is well preserved. Speech is often slow and monotonous. Parkinson's Disease is caused by a reduction in dopamine containing nerve cells of the midbrain in the substantia nigra that project to the caudate nucleus (putamen). Once approximately 80% of such cells die, the patient begins to develop symptoms of bradykinesia, immobile facies, stooped posture and resting tremor. Ten to thirty percent of Parkinson's patients also develop dementia. Pathologically there is considerable overlap in the findings of these latter patients with individuals who have pure Alzheimer's disease. Parkinson's Disease Staging Stage I: Unilateral Involvement Stage II: Bilateral Involvement but no postural abnormalities Stage III: Bilateral Involvement with mild imbalance Stage IV: Bilateral Involvement with postural involvement Stage V: Severe, full developed disease (restriction to bed/wheelchair)

78. Parkinson's Disease Message Board - Archived 7/26/98-12/19/00 Parkinson s disease (experimental) DBS support group Jacqueline Welcome tothe Parkinson s disease Message Board - Webmaster 163238 7/26/98 (11) http://www.healthboards.com/parkinsons-disease/

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79. Parkinson's Disease, UPMC | University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, Information about diagnosis, treatment options, and current research for Parkinson sDisease from the health care experts at UPMC. http://parkinsons.upmc.com/

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80. Parkinson's Disease Resource Center Parkinson s disease New Treatments Slow Onslaught of Symptoms Parkinson sdisease A Complete Guide for Patients and Families by William J. Weiner, http://www.ec-online.net/Knowledge/SolutionSets/parkinsons.htm

ElderCare Online's Parkinson's Disease Resource Center search contact our vision legal ... to a Friend Medical research in progressing rapidly in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of people with Parkinson's Disease. Every effort is made to ensure that our articles and information are up to date. It is critical to use the material provided here for educaitonal purposes only. Consult your trusted healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment. -Knowledge- "Parkinson's Disease Q&A" Live "Ask the Expert" chat session with Dr. Peter Werner from the Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York. Transcript Available... Articles on Parkinson's Disease Understanding Parkinson's Disease Symptoms and Treatment of Parkinson's Disease Living With Parkinson's Disease ... Parkinson's Disease: New Treatments Slow Onslaught of Symptoms Articles on Health, Exercise and Fitness Maintaining Balance With Age Exercising Care Cross-Training: Complete Fitness for Seniors Maintaining Proper Sleep Hygiene ... Depression and the Elderly -Resources- Updates from leading journals and researchers (bimonthly) Questions and Answers: Chat Transcripts "Parkinson's Disease Q&A"

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