Improving the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease

Tremor often is one of the first symptoms of Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. For many, medications provide relief from the shaking and related symptoms. Sometimes, after years or decades of use, medications may lose their effectiveness. In August’s Stay Healthy Minnesota, we discuss new technologies, therapies and research efforts that are improving the lives of those with Parkinson's disease.

Visit stayhealthymn.com to read these articles.

• Team of experts treats complex symptoms of Parkinson’s
• New tremor program enhances care of movement disorders
• Rehab helps slow Parkinson’s progression
• Ongoing research improves Parkinson’s treatment worldwide
• Patient story: Finding the beauty in life with Parkinson’s
• Patient story: Center gives couple a new outlook on life

Park Nicollet’s Stay Healthy Minnesota campaign, a collaboration with WCCO-TV and Star Tribune, provides information on specific health topics each month. Stay Healthy Minnesota includes a Web site, stayhealthymn.com, informational TV commercials and print ads promoting health education and awareness.