Parkinson’s Disease and the Family
A New Guide
Seiten
2005
Harvard University Press (Verlag)
978-0-674-01751-1 (ISBN)
Harvard University Press (Verlag)
978-0-674-01751-1 (ISBN)
Too often, with Parkinson’s disease, a loved one serves as medical interpreter, patient advocate, and caregiver. Sharma and Richman draw on the latest research and clinical practice techniques to offer valuable suggestions for managing patient care and, perhaps more important, for healing the family unit.
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder characterized by tremor, stiffness, and slow gait. It affects 500,000 people in the United States, with approximately 50,000 new cases diagnosed annually. But its impact is much wider. Family members with little understanding of the disease often find themselves struggling to help their loved one navigate the complexities of the health care system. Patients wonder, Which treatments are best for me? Will I be able to live on my own? Should I join a drug trial?
In this straightforward, compassionate guide, Nutan Sharma and Elaine Richman address these concerns and more. They provide a thorough review of the etiology, diagnosis, and current treatment of Parkinson’s, with special consideration given to the effect on family dynamics and routines—including the often neglected topics of long-term care and sexual function. The authors also review the pros and cons of various alternative therapies, including nutritional supplements, massage therapy, and traditional Chinese medicine.
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder characterized by tremor, stiffness, and slow gait. It affects 500,000 people in the United States, with approximately 50,000 new cases diagnosed annually. But its impact is much wider. Family members with little understanding of the disease often find themselves struggling to help their loved one navigate the complexities of the health care system. Patients wonder, Which treatments are best for me? Will I be able to live on my own? Should I join a drug trial?
In this straightforward, compassionate guide, Nutan Sharma and Elaine Richman address these concerns and more. They provide a thorough review of the etiology, diagnosis, and current treatment of Parkinson’s, with special consideration given to the effect on family dynamics and routines—including the often neglected topics of long-term care and sexual function. The authors also review the pros and cons of various alternative therapies, including nutritional supplements, massage therapy, and traditional Chinese medicine.
Nutan Sharma, M.D., is an Assistant in Neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital, Associate Neurologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Instructor at Harvard Medical School. Elaine Richman, Ph.D., is President of Richman Associates, LLC, in Baltimore, Maryland.
Introduction 1 What Is Parkinson's Disease? 2 The Diagnosis 3 Risk Factors 4 Treatment 5 Treatment Challenges and Setbacks 6 Finding the Help You Need 7 Preserving Intimacy 8 Depression 9 Dementia 10 Alternative Therapies 11 Clinical Trials 12 Communicating with Your Treatment Team 13 When Long-Term Arrangements Are Required 14 The Wedding Appendix: Resources Notes Glossary References Index
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 22.6.2005 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | The Harvard University Press Family Health Guides |
| Zusatzinfo | 14 line illustrations, 5 tables |
| Verlagsort | Cambridge, Mass |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 140 x 210 mm |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie ► Krankheiten / Heilverfahren |
| ISBN-10 | 0-674-01751-X / 067401751X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0-674-01751-1 / 9780674017511 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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