Thinking and memory changes can be a normal part of getting older, but they may affect you more if you have Parkinson’s.| Parkinson's UK
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If you have Parkinson’s, you may find it more difficult to do some of the everyday tasks and activities you used to, but there are lots of things that can help make everyday life easier. Here we share tips that have been shared by people living with the condition.| Parkinson's UK
In spring last year, Roger, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s 12 years ago, tripped in the garden and broke his hip. Here he shares how daily living equipment aided his recovery, but has since proved valuable as his Parkinson’s symptoms have progressed.| Parkinson's UK
The organisations below can provide more information about daily living equipment that may help people with Parkinson's.| Parkinson's UK
Carrying a personal alarm is useful if you experience falls because of your Parkinson's.| Parkinson's UK
Looking after your personal hygiene or going to the toilet when you have Parkinson's can be difficult, depending on your symptoms. Specialist equipment can help make these self-care tasks easier.| Parkinson's UK
Some people with Parkinson’s have a complicated regime, taking a number of different medications at different times of day. It can therefore be helpful to use medication management gadgets.| Parkinson's UK
If you have Parkinson’s you might experience symptoms that affect your ability to move around. There is a range of equipment available that you may find helpful.| Parkinson's UK
If your Parkinson's make it difficult to get in and out of bed, there is a range of equipment available to help you and your carer, if you have one.| Parkinson's UK
If your Parkinson's makes it difficult to drink or to prepare and eat meals, it's worth considering specialist items that could help.| Parkinson's UK
Read more about how apps, devices and technology can help with the day-to-day management of Parkinson's symptoms, from helping with communication to reminding you when to take your medication.| Parkinson's UK
Speech and communication problems are common for people with Parkinson’s. This information looks at what difficulties you may have, what causes them and what you can do to manage them.| Parkinson's UK
This information explains the difference between dystonia and muscle cramps for people with Parkinson's and how you can get help.| Parkinson's UK
If you have Parkinson's, you may find it more difficult to carry out everyday tasks. There's a variety of equipment available to help you to continue with tasks and activities more easily.| Parkinson's UK
Being active for 2.5 hours a week can help manage Parkinson’s symptoms. Our information helps you get active and stay active.| Parkinson's UK
Some people with Parkinson’s experience a symptom called freezing. This information explains what freezing is and what you can do to help manage it. It also includes tips on how to get moving again and how to reduce the risk of falling if you freeze.| Parkinson's UK
Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, which some people with Parkinson's may experience. There are steps you can take to help manage your symptoms, including treatments and some helpful techniques.| Parkinson's UK
This information explains the Parkinson's drug levodopa, the benefits and side effects and its different types.| Parkinson's UK
People with Parkinson’s may find they have problems with everyday movements like walking or getting in and out of a chair or bed. Or you may be curious to know what exercise they can and should be doing. Physiotherapy can help.| Parkinson's UK
Wearing off and involuntary movements (dyskinesia) are side effects you may experience if you have been taking levodopa medication for some time.| Parkinson's UK
A tremor is an uncontrollable movement that affects a part of the body, for example, the hand.| Parkinson's UK
Impulsive and compulsive behaviours are a possible side effect of some Parkinson’s drugs. This information describes what they are, why they might happen and how to manage them.| Parkinson's UK
Levodopa is one of the main drugs used to treat Parkinson's symptoms. It can be used at all stages of the condition.| Parkinson's UK
The main treatment for Parkinson's is medication. But if drug treatments no longer control your symptoms, you may be suitable for deep brain stimulation (DBS).| Parkinson's UK
What drugs are there to treat Parkinson's? How to do they work? When might you take them and what are their side effects? Find out more on this page.| Parkinson's UK
Parkinson's affects everyone differently. The symptoms of Parkinson's usually begin slowly, and develop gradually and in no particular order.| Parkinson's UK
Our Parkinson's advisers can support anyone with Parkinson's, their family or carer. Call 0808 800 0303 to get in touch.| Parkinson's UK
Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition. This means that it causes problems in the brain and gets worse over time.| Parkinson's UK
