Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's Disease is a gradual progressive degenerative disease of the nervous system. Parkinson's is indicated by a tremor, muscle rigidity and slow startup of movement. The basal ganglia within the brain are the center for facilitating the transmitting of messages for body movements initiated by the brain. Dopamine is the key substance in the basal ganglia that is the neurotransmitter. In Parkinson's the nerve cells degenerate which lowers the production of dopamine and impairs the communication between the basal ganglia, the nerve cells and the muscles.

There is no cure for Parkinson's disease, but it is slow to develop and there are many drugs that are available for treatment. There is no cure but many of the drugs slow the progression of the disease and provide partial relief. There is much research and progress in not only new drugs, but also other treatment methods that are encouraging. With current treatments available a person with a mild case of Parkinson’s Disease can regain a nearly normal lifestyle for many years of activity.

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