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Title:
Parkinson's disease : a complete guide for patients and families / William J. Weiner, M.D., Lisa M. Shulman, M.D., Anthony E. Lang, M.D., F.R.C.P.
Author:
Weiner, William J.

Shulman, Lisa M.

Lang, Anthony E.
Publication Information:
Baltimore : The Johns Hopkins University Press, 2013.
Call Number:
RC382 .W45 2013
Abstract:
Recent innovations, including deep brain stimulation and new and improved medications, have significantly enhanced the lives of people who have Parkinson's disease. Nevertheless, patients and families continue to face many challenges. This book is suitable for reliable advice about medical, emotional, and physical issues.
Edition:
Third edition.
ISBN:
9781421410760
Series:
A Johns Hopkins Press health book

Johns Hopkins Press health book.
Physical Description:
xii, 326 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
Preface -- Part 1: Introduction: -- What is Parkinson's disease? -- Who gets Parkinson's disease? -- Part 2: Signs And Symptoms Of Parkinson's Disease: -- Early symptoms -- Moderate Parkinson's disease -- Advanced Parkinson's disease -- Behavioral changes and psychiatric symptoms -- Young-onset Parkinson's disease -- Part 3: Diagnosing Parkinson's Disease: -- How a diagnosis is made -- Types of Parkinsonism -- Diagnosing other neurologic problems -- Part 4: Treatment Of Parkinson's Disease: -- How the brain works and how treatment works -- Choosing the correct medications -- Drug therapies -- Exercise and rehabilitation therapy -- Diet and complementary/alternative therapies -- Surgical treatments -- Part 5: Other Issues: -- Illness, hospitalization, and Parkinson's disease -- Parkinson's disease research -- Questions and answers -- Resources -- Index.
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