AI technology in Parkinson's trial will help monitor gait freezing

UNT Researcher Bradley McDaniels Tackles Parkinson’s Disease with a Personal Touch

DENTON (UNT), Texas — For Bradley McDaniels, his research at the University of North Texas is driven by a heartfelt connection. His mother’s battle with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) shaped his career, strengthening his resolve to improve the quality of life for those living with the condition. “My unwavering passion for Parkinson’s research stems from a […] The post UNT Researcher Bradley McDaniels Tackles Parkinson’s Disease with a Personal Touch a…

Parkinson’s Disease: Basics, Lesser-Known Facts, and Helpful Hints – BridgingApps

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. Nearly 1 million people in the U.S. have Parkinson’s disease, with 90,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Most Parkinson’s patients (96 percent) are over 50; more men than women are affected.  Common symptoms include: Hand tremors that impede fine-motor tasks, such as eating or writing. Stiff or rigid muscles. Poor balance. Difficulty walking. Trouble speaking, swallowing, and/or showing facial expression. T…

Building with Legos found to help US veterans with Parkinson's

A group of U.S. veterans with Parkinson’s disease has added a novel tool to their therapeutic regimen: building with Legos. For about a year, the group, based out of the Central Virginia Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Care System, has been building Lego creations to exercise their motor skills and engage with others who also served in the country’s military. The sessions were launched by Jessica Kaplan, a VA clinical nurse coordinator, who noted i…