Managing Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms

Edmonton Senior Health  |  April 11, 2024

What Every Senior in Edmonton, AB Needs to Know About the Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease

Do you need help managing Parkinson’s Disease symptoms? One in every 500 people in Canada has Parkinson’s. Most of those who have been diagnosed with this disease are over 60. Although the illness affects both men and women, men have a higher chance of developing it.

Today more than 100,000 people in Canada are struggling with Parkinson’s and every year 6,000+ new cases are diagnosed. Since the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease increases with age, it is most commonly diagnosed in seniors.

#DYK – April 11th is World Parkinson’s Disease Day, the day to raise awareness about this nervous system disease. #WorldParkinsonsDiseaseDay.

The most common Parkinson’s disease symptoms are tremors, balance problems, cognitive impairment, mood disorders, short steps, and slowed movement. Speech and writing changes and can become a challenge.

There is no cure for Parkinson’s, but lifestyle changes can help seniors manage the disease and reduce the symptom’s impact.

Managing Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms with these 5 Effective Strategies:

#1. Find ways to relieve stress:

Although stress can increase symptoms of Parkinson’s, once it is removed symptoms return to normal levels. Therefore, seniors should engage in activities that help them unwind and feel calm.

#2. Focus on self:

Try to meditate, breathe deeply, practice yoga, spend time outside, be with loved ones, participate in hobbies, and maintain a workout routine that is approved by a physician.

#3. Maintaining a good diet:

A well-balanced diet is important for all seniors. Seniors with Parkinson’s should focus on eating healthy. Nutritious foods help to manage symptoms and even slow the progression of the disease.

#4. Adapting your home:

Depending on the senior’s symptoms, wide walkways and mattresses with adjustable features and grab bars may be helpful and increase their safety.

#5. Preventing falls: 

Balance problems are a common Parkinson’s disease symptom. Preventing falls by removing tripping hazards such as loose rugs and clutter is an important safety strategy.

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If you live in Devon, Edmonton, Sherwood Park, or Stony Plain and surrounding areas, contact Comfort Keepers at 780-465-4665.

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