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Mental & Physical Health
… Parkinson's can cause movement symptoms, as well as mood, sleep and energy changes. Each symptom has a specific … a routine that is safe and you enjoy. Read More Fatigue & Sleep Fatigue and trouble sleeping are common in Parkinson's. Pinpointing the cause of …
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Cynthia Comella, MD
… Medical Center and is board certified in neurology and sleep medicine. She is an expert on Parkinson's disease, … of dystonia, pharmacological studies of movement disorders, sleep problems in Parkinson's disease, restless leg …
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My Research Journey: Finding Information and Optimism
August 6, 2024
… was handed a REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) diagnosis from a sleep doctor in 2022. RBD is a condition in which … So, I started looking for information.” Cindy, 65, from Santa Rosa, California, found The Michael J. Fox … lies the hope,” she said. Cindy is aware that findings from PPMI (such as the new biomarker test announced last …
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Trial to Test Therapy for Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Parkinson's Opens
February 28, 2017
… a Phase II trial to test a therapy for excessive daytime sleepiness in people with Parkinson's disease (PD). Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is a non-motor symptom of Parkinson's that may affect up to half of all individuals with PD. Sleepiness might be part of the underlying disease, a side …
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Acting Out Your Dreams
… act out their dreams. They may punch, kick or yell while asleep. This condition is called REM sleep behavior disorder or RBD. People with RBD Play a … Your Risk for Parkinson's: What's the connection between sleep and brain disease? Narrated by comedian and actor …
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Boost Your Brain Health
May 24, 2019
… of the most common and bothersome symptoms are mood and sleep changes, fatigue, and thinking and memory (cognitive) … daily walks, or spend time gardening or relaxing in nature. Sleep Well Researchers believe we store memories and rejuvenate our bodies during sleep. Not getting enough rest can make it harder to manage …