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NPF Education Series
The
National Parkinson Foundation makes a number
of excellent resources books available free
of charge. These books can be downloaded directly
from there site using the attached link. We
also stock a number of these books at our office
and you may request copies by contacting us
at info@pfwpa.org
or by calling (412) 365-2080.
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Parkinson's Disease: What You
And Your Family Should Know
Edited by Gale Kittle, RN, MPH
Basic overview of Parkinson symptoms, related conditions, and medications.
Tips for maintaining best health with exercise, nutrition, sleep,
mental wellness, and adaptation. Suggestions for finding good
health care. 45 pages. Last updated May 2005 |
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Parkinson Disease: Medications
by Jean Pintar
Hubble, M.D. and Richard C. Berchou, Pharm. D.
Discussion
of medications used to treat Parkinson disease, including non-motor
symptoms, mood, and sleep disorders. Clinical trials research and
complementary medicine are also addressed. 80 pages. |
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Parkinson Disease: Caring and Coping
by Susan Imke,
RN, MS, Trudy Hutton, JD, and Sheree Loftus, RN, MSN
Written especially
for family caregivers. Assessment of feasibility of home care, how
to organize financial and legal matters, and how to create support
networks. 72 pages. |
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Parkinson's Disease: Nutrition Matters
by Kathrynne
Holden, M.S., R.D.
Importance
of good nutrition in Parkinson care. Bone health, constipation, adequate
hydration, and unintended weight loss are addressed, along with suggested
recipes and menus. 59 pages. |
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Parkinson Disease: Fitness Counts
by Heather
Cianci, PT, MS, GCS
Descriptions
and benefits of specific exercises to maintain flexibility, strength,
and aerobic conditioning. Photographs and drawings of exercises throughout.
Tips for posture and balance. 35 pages. |
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Parkinson Disease: Speech and Swallowing
by Marjorie
L. Johnson, MA/CCC-SLP
Self-assessment
tools for speech and swallowing, as well as tips for addressing problem
areas. Describes role of a Speech-Language Pathologist in Parkinson
care. Chapter on memory changes. 32 pages. |
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Activities of Daily Living: Practical Pointers for Parkinson
Disease
by Heather
Cianci, PT, MS, GSC, Lizette Cloete, OTR/L, Joan Gardner, RN, BSN,
Marilyn Trail, MDT, OTR, BCN, and Rose Wichman, PT
Suggestions
for maintaining independence in, and use of adaptive aides for, bathing,
dressing, sleeping, eating, toileting, and mobility. Includes helpful
tips for caregivers. 40 pages. |
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Parkinson Disease: Mind, Mood & Memory
Editors: Rebecca
Martine, APRN, CS, BC and John Duda, MD
Mental and
emotional health issues, cognitive changes, sleep disturbances, dementia,
and psychosis are discussed. Includes chapter on mental health issues
for caregivers. 96 pages. Last updated March 2005. |
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A Guide to Deep Brain Stimulation Therapy for the Treatment
of Parkinson Disease
by Jill Marjama-Lyons,
MD, Michael S. Okun, MD
Detailed description
of DBS surgical procedure, including pre- and post- surgical care.
Discussion of pros and cons, including which persons with Parkinson
disease might have optimal response to DBS. 56 pages. |
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Managing Advance Parkinson
Disease
by Joan Gardner, RN, BSN, and Rose Wichmann, PT |
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