Smartphone App to Help Parkinson’s Disease Patients Overcome Freezing of Gait
Genetic testing for Parkinson’s risks can be useful to people with and without the disease. It can also help advance... MORE
- RT @UNCneurology: Congratulations to #neurologist Nina Browner, MD, and Jessica Shurer, MSW, on the publication of their comprehensive guid… –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- RT @MountSinaiDBS: @ParkinsonDotOrg opens Fellowship Program for Nurses Seeking Specialty https://t.co/tB7gtGTWSh –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- This year, Jacki is supporting the Parkinson’s Foundation for her birthday. She has already passed her goal of $200… https://t.co/eLB4mppTG9 –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- Last chance to apply for the 5th Annual MDS-PAS Movement Disorders School for Neurology Residents. Accepted partici… https://t.co/KaenPIDcvE –@movedisorder
- It wasn't until Diana Davidow was diagnosed with #Parkinsons that she realized the power of her lifelong passion: m… https://t.co/iOnghNOKaP –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- RT @AlbertoEspay: In Panama City, the last stop before #pascongress in Miami. With distinguished colleagues, including Past MDS President,… –@movedisorder
- Who will help us reach 10,000 followers on Instagram?! Tag your friends, tag your family, tag your doctors, suppor… https://t.co/XR8TACKkCp –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- RT @JordynReiland: Hello Twitterverse — I just signed up to Ride for my Papa on Feb. 8 in Chicago as part of the @ParkinsonDotOrg Parkinson… –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- RT @NinaBrowner: There are many ways to help people with #Parkinson live to their fullest. One of the ways is to partner with @ParkinsonD… –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- Host a Viewing Party for your #CarePartner Community ??? Apply by January 31 for funding to host a viewing party in… https://t.co/6BAITk63la –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- Get you a PD Community who can do it all ? #DollyPartonChallenge #Together4PD https://t.co/5W3jURSX7O https://t.co/UhcfhJUIs1 –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- While there is no one specific diet for #Parkinsons, what you eat and when can affect your medications and symptoms… https://t.co/rKEfNJ5Q8J –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- Pedal with a purpose! Register for the Parkinson’s Revolution happening Feburary 8 and ride to beat PD:… https://t.co/3UwrCE5o03 –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- RT @AdamasPharma: We'll see you there @unitywalk ! #PD #together4PD https://t.co/PWNSmdaqsS –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- Neurogenic orthostatic hypotension is a sharp drop in #bloodpressure experienced when a person gets up from bed or… https://t.co/GA2nu6V7F5 –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- RT @MDCP_Journal: #MDCPGems - Current Concepts in the Treatment of Multiple System Atrophy. https://t.co/N55NoY0ZkG #MSA @MSACoalition @D… –@movedisorder
- RT @ConversationUS: . @OzzyOsbourne could be back on the road soon, thanks to medical advances and better treatments for #ParkinsonsDisease… –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- "How do I know if my symptoms are from 'old age' or Parkinson's?" Our VP of Medical Communications, @RachelDolhunMD… https://t.co/Unj3kXZm2t –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- Last chance to apply for travel bursaries and African travel grants for the MDS-ES Basic Science course. Join cours… https://t.co/RqTul7nFHj –@movedisorder
- Be aware of the 10 early warning signs of #ParkinsonsDisease. No single one of these symptoms means that you should… https://t.co/4IGJwD8mGg –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- RT @rightathomeUS: Thank you @OzzyOsbourne for sharing your journey with #Parkinson’s to help others. No one should face the disease alone.… –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- Meet the Young Members Group on March 18 for a session prior to the #ESSummit. Registration Fee: $20 USD. Submit… https://t.co/s9D1DOBePo –@movedisorder
- Parkinson's Foundation Medical Director, @MichaelOkun, MD, weighs in on @OzzyOsbourne's announcement and today's up… https://t.co/Y3f6ih0OgH –@ParkinsonDotOrg
- MJFF Patient Council member Matt Ackerman shares his role in participating in clinical research to help accelerate… https://t.co/o2NpuXppLP –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- Movement Disorders Clinical Practice has their own Twitter account; follow them at @MDCP_Journal. https://t.co/S9h3AEUniX –@movedisorder
- RT @RachelDolhunMD: Winter weather and cold temps can be particularly tough with #Parkinsons. Here are tips for staying warm and safe: http… –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- RT @amahajan001: Is impaired brainstem ventilatory control a contributory mechanism for dyspnea, a possible premotor manifestation in #Park… –@movedisorder
- Register now or apply for a travel bursary: 2nd MDS-Africa School for Young Neurologists. Please note: A working kn… https://t.co/HZo79hunLp –@movedisorder
- NEW on the MDS Blog: Experts discuss the rational & best methodology of testing mannitol for the treatment of PD. E… https://t.co/dPs1QtT2k2 –@movedisorder
- Last week, over 9,000 people from pharmaceutical, biotechnology and investment firms gathered for the annual… https://t.co/NOq3gCaWQM –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- Our Vice President of Medical Communications, @RachelDolhunMD, describes the importance of incorporating a physica… https://t.co/7iGjFlrWaa –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- RT @MDCP_Journal: The first #MDCP issue of 2020 is available now. Three open articles are included. https://t.co/6S0PjxvsRU #PSP #Huntingto… –@movedisorder
- MDS Evidence-Based Review of Treatments For Essential Tremor (March 2019). https://t.co/zRb2ihRq2J @joaquimjferreir https://t.co/q2ir5MJMuf –@movedisorder
- Our guest blogger, whose husband lives with #Parkinsons disease and Lewy body dementia, shares what she's learned a… https://t.co/Zu1G8fdXKx –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- #MDSMovingAlong - With the miniaturization of #technology, the last couple of decades has brought an increasing pan… https://t.co/Zo0tlDZGcw –@movedisorder
- The cause of #PSP is unknown. PSP is associated with accumulation of a protein in the brain called tau that clumps… https://t.co/bgpzg9AUmp –@movedisorder
- #Parkinsons disease motor symptoms can make personal #hygiene more difficult. Our #community shared tips that can h… https://t.co/xPfOZrCOKj –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- NEW! Health professionals present on Atypical Parkinson's at #MDSCongress. Watch the complete video on the MDS webs… https://t.co/yQAP9hQS9W –@movedisorder
- No one knows Parkinson's disease better than those who are living with it. Coupling this knowledge with your doctor… https://t.co/scvqsfBuNf –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- Submit topic suggestions for the 7th Asian and Oceanian Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Congress in Toky… https://t.co/Iy6jlPPAHC –@movedisorder
- Read about how @lod_foundation, is using the power of music to help accelerate new treatments for Parkinson's and o… https://t.co/koWHAfjR3j –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- Thinking and memory changes are potential non-movement symptoms of #Parkinsons. Listen to our podcast for tips to h… https://t.co/0eDtKGlwtP –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- It’s a common #misconception that only older people are diagnosed with #Parkinsons. Our guest blogger shared her ex… https://t.co/0KmkohStHz –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- Did you know that you can support MJFF while shopping for items on @amazonsmile? Select MJFF through… https://t.co/mHNmeoKRPE –@MichaelJFoxOrg
- “We can keep doing stuff we love even if we’re having a problem with our body. Don’t give up.” @TEAMFOX fundraiser,… https://t.co/AjzgdAhx48 –@MichaelJFoxOrg
Helping Patients Navigate Genetic Testing For Parkinson’s Disease
Genetic testing for Parkinson’s risks can be useful to people with and without the disease. It can also help advance research into the complex condition. Although the testing usually occurs in a research setting, it can also happen through a movement disorder specialist or online screenings. Genetic testing currently has no direct impact on clinical care, but it can determine whether someone is at risk to develop the disease. Genetic testing also helps identify potential candidates for important research trials. In all cases, genetic counsellors can help patients understand the testing, interpret results, and establish future actions.
Related Videos
Researchers Say Parkinson’s Drug Needs Longer-Term "Home"
Genetic testing for Parkinson’s risks can be useful to people with and without the disease. It can also help advance... MORE