APDA created two new educational series to help keep you informed, motivated and connected while at home. New dates are being added, so keep checking back. We hope you will join us. Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Dr. Rebecca Gilbert hosts informative Q&A sessions with various experts via Zoom. Each session features a discussion with the experts, […]
APDA created two new educational series to help keep you informed, motivated and connected while at home. New dates are being added, so keep checking back. We hope you will join us. Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Dr. Rebecca Gilbert hosts informative Q&A sessions with various experts via Zoom. Each session features a discussion with the experts, […]
At-Home Activities Tips For Safe At-Home Exercise If you have not been exercising regularly, please consult your healthcare provider before doing anything new.• Choose a space where you’ll have enough room to move around• If using a chair or other furniture for assistance, make sure it’s sturdy and isn’t going to slide around• If exercising […]
At-Home Activities Tips For Safe At-Home Exercise If you have not been exercising regularly, please consult your healthcare provider before doing anything new.• Choose a space where you’ll have enough room to move around• If using a chair or other furniture for assistance, make sure it’s sturdy and isn’t going to slide around• If exercising […]
New online educational programs! Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Join us for a series of informative Q&A sessions hosted by Dr. Rebecca Gilbert (via Zoom). Each session features a discussion with an expert, along with questions from attendees. All sessions are recorded and are available for you to view any time: Upcoming sessions (click to register): Dr. […]
Medications for Parkinson’s There is not yet a cure for Parkinson’s disease, but symptoms can be treated with medication Should you start treating symptoms with medication now, or should you wait? Which medications are right for you? These are just some of the difficult questions faced by people living with Parkinson’s disease. Finding the right […]
Welcome to APDA’s Educational Video Library At APDA we work tirelessly to help support everyone impacted by Parkinson’s disease. Education is key to understanding a diagnosis, knowing your treatment options, and learning how to best navigate life with PD. We have compiled this library of educational videos to make it easy for you to view […]
Treatment Options for Parkinson’s While there is no cure for Parkinson’s at this time, there are a number of treatments and lifestyle changes that can ease symptoms. Parkinson’s medications are the mainstay of treatment, but modalities are often used in combination to reap the most benefits. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy can be critical to […]
The World Parkinson Congress (WPC) gathers researchers, clinicians, and people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) from around the world every three years. At the 7th WPC in Phoenix this May, several scientific themes surfaced again and again. Many questions remain open, but these themes show where PD research and care are headed. We’re sharing them […]
Parkinson’s disease (PD) progresses in stages, each presenting unique challenges and opportunities for care. When discussing Parkinson’s disease, many people reference the Hoehn and Yahr scale to describe its progression. While this system provides a helpful framework for understanding broad stages of the disease, it has significant limitations. Parkinson’s is a highly individualized condition, and […]
