Nursing Rehab for Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease is a debilitating disorder that affects over five million people in the United States alone. Parkinson’s disease can be debilitating not only physically but emotionally as well. The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease vary from person to person. Nursing rehabilitation is meant to help people with neurological conditions regain their mobility, strength, and independence. There are several types of nursing rehabilitation therapy including occupational therapy, speech therapy and physical therapy. Physical challenges faced by people with Parkinson’s include tremors and stiffness in their limbs, as well as difficulty walking or balancing themselves.

Parkinson’s disease is a debilitating disorder that affects over five million people in the United States alone.

Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disorder that affects the nervous system. The exact cause of Parkinson’s disease is unknown, but genetics and environmental factors are believed to play roles in its development.

Symptoms include tremors (jerky movements), slow movements, muscle … Continue reading >>>