Parkinson disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease. People affected by Parkinson disease may develop various symptoms including tremor, stiffness or rigidity in their legs and arms, slowness of movements and /or imbalance. In the early stages, there may be a slight shaking of hands or walking difficulty that is barely noticeable. Over time the symptoms may become more pronounced resulting in unclear speech and varied physical disability.
Parkinson usually develops in people over the age of 60 years. The risk of developing Parkinson increases with age. It affects both men and women.
Warning Signs of Parkinson’s
- Shaking (tremor) of hand or leg
- Loss of facial expressions or poker face
- Fatigue
- Muscle ache
- Decreased speed in walking
- Difficulty in getting in and out of a car
- Difficulty in turning while walking
- Leg getting ‘stuck’
- Fear of falls while walking or unprovoked falls
- The slowness of daily activities, for instance, dressing, bathing, eating
Diagnosis of Parkinson disease is based on a through neurological examination and is best done by a neurologist who is a Movement Disorder Specialist. Many diseases may mimic symptoms of Parkinson disease and it is essential to exclude these through clinical examination and appropriate tests (blood tests, brain imaging).
Kokilaben Hospital offers the opportunity to consult world-class experts and avail of the state of the art in technology to diagnose, treat and rehabilitate people with Parkinson and Movement Disorders.
Parkinson’s Clinic is one of the best clinics in Mumbai at Kokilaben Hospital. The team of Expert doctors at Parkinson’s Clinic provides world-class treatments, care and rehabilitate people with Parkinson and Movement Disorders.
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