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Book SynopsisParkinsonâs disease is on the rise throughout the U.S., and this book offers readers an introduction to its causes, symptoms, and treatments. It is for anyone who suffers from Parkinsonâs, or knows and loves someone who does.
Trade ReviewAs both authors and patients, we enthusiastically recommend Naheed Ali's book, Understanding Parkinson's Disease. This is a wonderfully detailed resource about Parkinson's from the earliest of documentation of the "Shaking Palsy" to the effects & treatments currently available. -- Michael J. Church and Gretchen Garie-Church, authors of Living Well With Parkinson's Disease, co-founders of Movers & Shakers
Dr. Ali's book provides a well-rounded, solid base of knowledge on Parkinson's disease, and should encourage patients to be strong advocates for their health. When people with Parkinson's are empowered with information and insight into their disease, not only can they better manage their symptoms, they also can better educate friends, family, and others about why research toward better treatments and a cure is so very important. -- Amy Comstock Rick, CEO, Parkinson's Action Network
Table of ContentsPreface Part 1: Groundwork 1 History of Parkinson’s 2 Fame and Parkinson’s 3 Anatomy and Physiology of Parkinson’s Part 2: Clinical Picture 4 Causes of Parkinson’s 5 Symptoms in General 6 Stage-Based Symptoms 7 Inpatient Diagnostics and Approaches 8 Outpatient Diagnostics and Approaches Part 3: Other Manifestations 9 Disorders Associated with Parkinson’s 10 Pain and Parkinson’s Part 4: Team-Oriented Resolutions 11 Allopathic Treatment 12 Osteopathic Treatment 13 Naturopathic Treatment 14 Non-prescription Treatment Part 5: Personal Resolutions 15 Prevention of Parkinson’s 16 Diet and Parkinson’s 17 Parkinson’s and Exercise 18 Motivation in Parkinson’s 19 Parkinson’s at Home 20 Conclusion Appendix A: Parkinson’s-related Links Appendix B: Research and Training Appendix C: Parkinson’s Organizations Appendix D: Nationally Recognized Parkinson’s Appendix E: For Further Reading Notes Glossary Bibliography Index About the Author
