Managing Parkinson’s Disease

 
 

       Currently, there is no cure for Parkinson’s disease. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms to improve the patient's quality of life. Symptomatic treatment can significantly enhance daily functioning and well-being.

 

Current treatment options include:

  • Medication for motor symptoms: Primarily targeting the dopaminergic system.
  • Medication for non-motor symptoms: Antidepressants for mood disorders, Medications acting on the acetylcholine system to manage cognitive        decline and dementia
  • Physical therapy: Helps maintain mobility, balance, strength, and reduces the risk of falls.

        

In advanced stages of Parkinson’s disease, where symptoms become more complex and difficult to control with medication alone, additional                  interventions may be required:

  • Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
  • Subcutaneous Apomorphine infusion

 

Specialist neurologists will determine the most appropriate approach based on each patient's symptoms, disease stage, and overall health condition.