Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, muscle control, and balance. It is part of a group of conditions known as motor systems disorders. Parkinson's disease was named for James Parkinson, a general practitioner in London during the 19th century who first described the symptoms of the disease. Symptoms describing Parkinson's disease are mentioned in the writings of medicine in India dating back to 5000 BC as well as in Chinese writings dating back approximately 2500 years.
The hallmark symptoms of Parkinson's disease are asymmetric tremors at rest (tremors affecting a limb on one side of the body), rigidity, and bradykinesia (slowness in movement). There is currently no cure for Parkinson's disease; it is always chronic and progressive, meaning that the symptoms always worsen over time. The rate of progression varies from person to person as does the intensity of the symptoms. Parkinson's disease itself is not a fatal disease and many people live into their older years. Mortality of Parkinson's disease patients is usually related to secondary complications, such as pneumonia or falling.
According to the American Parkinson's Disease Association, there are approximately 1.5 million people in the U.S. who suffer from Parkinson's disease which is approximately 1% of the people over the age of 60. Approximately 50,000 new cases are diagnosed annually. That number is expected to rise as the general population in the U.S. ages. Onset of Parkinson's disease before the age of 40 is rare. All races and ethnic groups are affected.
There are three types of Parkinson's disease grouped by age of onset:
· Adult Onset Parkinson's Disease - This is the most common type of Parkinson's disease in which the average age of onset is approximately 60 years of age. The incidence rises noticeably as people advance in age into their 70's and 80's.
· Young Onset Parkinson's Disease - The age of onset is between 21-40 years of age. Though the incidence of Young Onset Parkinson's Disease is very high in Japan (approximately 40% of cases diagnosed with Parkinson's disease), it is still relatively uncommon in the U.S., with estimates ranging from 5-10% of cases diagnosed.
· Juvenile Parkinson's Disease - The age of onset is before the age of 21. The incidence of Juvenile Parkinson's Disease is very rare. Parkinson's disease can significantly impair quality of life not only for the patient but for their family as well, especially the primary caregiver. It is therefore important for caregivers and family members to educate themselves and become familiar with the course of Parkinson's disease and the progression of symptoms so that they can be actively involved in communication with health care providers and in understanding all decisions regarding treatment of the patient.
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Parkinson's condition is a modern disorder of the main nervous system that impacts movement, muscular manage, and stability. It is part of a team of situations known as motor devices conditions.
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My Parkinson symptoms started at the age of 47. My fingers on my left hand were stiff and were difficult to move. People noticed that my walk was not normal. I was often asked did I hurt. I noticed nothing different about my walk. It was difficult getting up from` a chair and getting out of a car. I was diagnosed a year later ,it was the onset of tremors starting in my right hand that caused my other symptoms to be recognized as Parkinson's.. I am now 59. With the new herbal medicine i purchase from (www. madibaherbalcenter com) was my only way to get rid of my PD,the herbal formula effectively reverse my condition and alleviate all my symptoms.
My Parkinson symptoms started at the age of 47. My fingers on my left hand were stiff and were difficult to move. People noticed that my walk was not normal. I was often asked did I hurt. I noticed nothing different about my walk. It was difficult getting up from` a chair and getting out of a car. I was diagnosed a year later ,it was the onset of tremors starting in my right hand that caused my other symptoms to be recognized as Parkinson's.. I am now 59. With the new herbal medicine i purchase from (www. madibaherbalcenter com) was my only way to get rid of my PD,the herbal formula effectively reverse my condition and alleviate all my symptoms.
My spouse was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease PD at 68. His symptoms were shuffling of feet, slurred speech, low volume speech, degradation of hand writing, horrible driving skills, right arm held at 45 degree angle. Things were tough for me, I too was diagnosed of COPD but now we both finally free from these diseases with the help of total cure herbal foundation, He now walks properly and all symptoms has reversed. He had trouble with balance especially at night, getting into the shower and exiting it is difficult. Getting into bed is also another thing he finds impossible. We had to find a better solution for his condition which has really helped him a lot,The biggest helped we had was www .madibaherbalcenter.com They walked us through the proper steps, I’m highly recommending this herbal formula to anyone who needs help.
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