Beschreibung:
Derived from the National Parkinson Foundation's website column "Ask the Doctor" this book answers frequently asked questions about Parkinson's disease in depth. Useful for caregivers, family members, and individuals living with PD, Ask the Doctor About Parkinson's Disease informs, empowers, and reassures readers with solutions and advice to their most pressing concerns. No topic is too simple or too complex. Written by two of the most recognized experts in the field, Drs. Okun and Fernandez answer questions in easy-to-understand language and address topics such as:
Preface1. Parkinson's Disease: What Is It?2. Adjusting to Life With Parkinson's Disease3. Motor Symptoms4. Nonmotor Symptoms5. Pharmacological Approaches to Treatment6. Alternative and Complementary Approaches to Treatment7. Multidisciplinary Approaches to Treatment8. Surgical Approaches to Treatment9. Stem Cells, Gene Therapy, Transplants, and Other Medical Treatments 10. Ten Things on the Horizon for Treating Parkinson's DiseaseAppendixResourcesFurther ReadingAbout the AuthorsIndex