Category Archives: Parkinsons

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive degenerative disorder of the central nervous system that affects the motor system of those affected. Nearly 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease each year, with thousands of cases going undetected. Common symptoms of Parkinson’s include tremors, stiffness, and rigidity. This causes patients to have slow movements throughout their lives, ...click here to read more

Statins are a commonly prescribed drug used to lower cholesterol. Previous studies have also suggested that statins could offer protective properties against Parkinson’s disease, but the latest findings suggest the opposite. Researchers uncovered that there may be a slightly heightened risk for Parkinson’s disease among statin users—but it does not prove that statins cause Parkinson’s ...click here to read more

America is a melting pot of diversity. Having the ability to meet people from any part of the world is one of America’s biggest assets and one that has made it into the country it is today. It is estimated that racial and ethnic minorities represent 28 percent of Americans, but according to a new ...click here to read more

Milk is a creamy and refreshing beverage that’s packed with vitamins and nutrients to help strengthen bones. Whole milk is known for containing moderately high amounts of fat, steering people to choose its low-fat counterpart. However, according to new research, low-fat dairy foods may be tied to a slight risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. A ...click here to read more

It is easy to recognize someone with Parkinson’s disease. They often have a noticeable tremor, a shuffling gait, and move very slowly. Parkinson’s is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects nearly one million Americans. The older demographic typically has Parkinson’s, with the average age of developing being 60. The disease has no cure, ...click here to read more

Consistently dropping items or having slowed movements is not something we all face on a daily basis, but those with Parkinson’s disease live with it every day. The feeling that you don’t have complete control of your body can be an extremely frustrating experience, especially when you don’t know the cause. But according to new ...click here to read more

World Parkinson’s Day marks the birthday of Dr. J. Parkinson, and it is the day that the world bans together to help increase public awareness of this terrible disease. We here at Bel Marra want to do our part, so we have compiled a list of articles dealing with Parkinson’s disease stages, Parkinson’s diseases symptoms, ...click here to read more

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term degenerative disorder of the central nervous system. While some cases can be attributed to genetic inheritance or environmental factors, the majority of cases are considered idiopathic—having no specific cause. However, chemists from Konstanz sought out to develop a complex series of experiments that examined the effects of changing a single ...click here to read more

Patients living with Parkinson’s disease may experience tremors, slower movement, and issues with balance that can inhibit their ability to exercise and keep their body strong. This has proven to be an issue, as without regular exercise that includes some measure of strength training, these symptoms can worsen as muscle mass decreases, making moving progressively ...click here to read more

Typically, doctors rely on a spinal fluid test to differentiate between patients with Parkinson’s disease and those with an atypical parkinsonism disorder (APD). However, a blood test may be just as accurate when determining whether a patient’s symptoms are caused by Parkinson’s or an APD, according to a study published by the American Academy of ...click here to read more

An issue in the cell disposal system, which keeps the mitochondria of brain cells healthy, could be contributing to the development of Parkinson’s disease. Research from the University of Nottingham has found a link between issues in the cell’s disposal system and faulty mitochondria, which could add to the death and dysfunction of brain cells. ...click here to read more

An experimental drug – known as opicapone – is showing promise in improving movement difficulties experienced in Parkinson’s disease. When taken alongside standard treatment (levodopa), the drug has been shown to help improve movement. Researchers found that opicapone helps boost levodopa’s ability to control Parkinson-induced motor difficulties in patients. These difficulties include tremors, stiffness, and ...click here to read more

A new study uncovered that welders can develop and experience Parkinson’s disease symptoms which worsen over time with greater exposure to manganese from welding fumes. Study author Brad A. Racette explained, “These welders are developing parkinsonian symptoms even though their exposure to manganese is below the current regulatory limits. This study suggests that we need ...click here to read more

A new study has confirmed that any type of exercise is beneficial for Parkinson’s disease patients. It may be difficult for Parkinson’s disease patients to exercise, but many experts in the field suggest that exercise can have long-term benefits for them. Parkinson’s disease is characterized by a loss of dopamine, which can contribute to a ...click here to read more