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The New York Times: Shedding Light on a Tremor Disorder
December 8, 2009
… and an index finger. Still, Mr. Crandell said, he has problems shaving, brushing his teeth, using a computer and … that can include unsteadiness, abnormal eye movements, problems with coordination and cognitive changes that … Dr. Louis called these “tantalizing leads.” Despite the problems caused by their disorder, most patients with …
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Ask the MD: Expanded Indication for DBS in Parkinson's
February 25, 2016
… work for all of the symptoms of Parkinson’s (like balance problems or freezing while walking) and could even make some non-motor symptoms, such as memory or speech problems, worse. However, in the right candidate, DBS may: … and detailed memory testing (to detect any memory/thinking problems that could worsen with DBS). Talking through this …
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Jan Petter Larsen, MD, PhD
… group has for several years had a focus on non-motor problems. The research group is working with both clinical …
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Maintenance of Continuous Plasma Levodopa Levels through Continuous Subcutaneous Carbidopa Administration
… dopamine concentrations in the brain will minimize problems associated with chronic levodopa therapy (such as … will provide a practical new solution for helping chronic problems of levodopa therapy. Anticipated Outcome : If the …