Parkinson’s Plus Syndrome: What Is It?

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Parkinsons Plus Syndrome What Is It?
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Understanding Parkinsons Plus Syndrome

• Most people are familiar with Parkinsons
  Disease, but not that many know about its
  cousin, Parkinsons Plus Syndrome.
• Parkinsons Plus Syndrome refers to a group of
  neurological conditions that manifest in a
  similar fashion to Parkinsons Disease.
• They attack the brain cells and nerves and lead
  to movement disorders, just like Parkinsons.
• There are several conditions that are categorized
  as Parkinsons Plus Syndrome, including
• Multiple System Atrophy (MSA)
• Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)
• Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)
• Corticobasal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
• The cause of Parkinsons Plus Syndrome is
  unknown, with a combination of genetic and
  environmental factors usually held responsible.

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Symptoms of Parkinsons Plus Syndrome

• Tremors in one hand
• Balance and coordination problems
• Difficulty walking or shuffling gait
• Stiff muscles
• Stiffness in the jaw or reduced facial
  expressions
• Difficulty swallowing
• Cramped handwriting

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Diagnosing Parkinsons Plus Syndrome

• There is no specific test for Parkinsons Plus
  Syndrome.
• If a patient has been displaying symptoms, the
  doctor will take a medical history and assess the
  patients ability to walk, sit, stand, and
  coordinate movements.
• In addition, there may be some imaging tests
  recommended, including an MRI, a PET scan, and a
  CT scan.
• All of these will help to detect brain
  abnormalities unique to each of the conditions.

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Treatment for Parkinsons Plus Syndrome

• Physical Therapy to strengthen your muscles,
  improve range of motion, and help you walk safely
  without falling
• Occupational Therapy to help you perform daily
  activities with minimal assistance
• Speech Therapy to help you swallow safely and
  speak clearly
• Stem Cell Therapy is designed to repair the
  damaged cells within the body by reducing
  inflammation and modulating the immune system
• Mobility aids like canes, walkers, or wheelchairs
  to help you get around
• Psychological counseling or medication to help
  cope with depression, anxiety, or other mood
  disorders

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