Dealing With Parkinson's Disease: A Guide For Patients And Families

Lifestyle And Home Treatments

While doctors will help patients find an appropriate treatment plan, often involving medication, that helps relieve symptoms with the fewest side effects, living with Parkinson's disease can be made quite a bit easier with certain lifestyle changes. A healthy, balanced diet high in fiber and fluids, can be beneficial for relieving certain symptoms such as constipation. Omega-3 fatty acids may also beneficial for Parkinson's disease patients. Exercising will help relieve emotional disturbances like depression and anxiety and help improve balance. Daily living activities can sometimes be difficult for individuals dealing with Parkinson's disease, so an occupational therapist can teach them techniques to help make life easier. Lifestyle changes, furthermore, are also something family members can also join in on with no worries as to side effects, provided they follow recommended guidelines from doctors as well. This kind of participation can provide invaluable support to the Parkinson's disease patient.

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