What is Parkinson's? | 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
Speech and language therapists are health professionals who can help make communication easier for people with Parkinson's.| 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
There are different types of pain associated with Parkinson's and a range of ways to manage it.| Parkinson's UK
Occupational therapy can help people with Parkinson's continue to carry out everyday activities when they become difficult to do. This information explains how occupational therapy can help people with Parkinson’s in a variety of settings and where you can find a therapist.| 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
This information looks at some of the reasons why people with Parkinson’s may experience falls. It gives helpful tips on what you can do to prevent falling and explains which professionals can offer you further support.| 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
If you have Parkinson’s there is no specific diet that you should follow. But you should find it helpful to maintain as healthy a diet as you can.| Parkinson's UK
Apomorphine is a type of Parkinson's medication. This information looks at what apomorphine is and how it can help manage Parkinson's symptoms.| 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
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This information explains the Parkinson's drug levodopa, the benefits and side effects and its different types.| Parkinson's UK
This information looks at how Parkinson’s and other similar conditions may be diagnosed, and the tests that may be involved in the process.| Parkinson's UK
Complementary therapies are treatments used alongside conventional medicine. People with Parkinson's have told us they find complementary therapy helpful.| 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
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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
