Neurological Conditions

What are Alternative Remedies for Headaches? A variety of natural and home remedies for headaches are available. However, alternative therapies for headache, such as herbal remedies, are not regulated in the same way that drug therapies are. Their efficacy may not have been proven with scientific studies. Some people suggest, therefore, that any relief found […]

Medication for headaches can be an important part of a headache treatment plan. Medications for headaches include various nonprescription and prescription drugs. In general, medications for headaches fall into two types: drugs used to treat acute headache, and drugs used to prevent attacks in people with chronic headache syndromes. For people who experience chronic or

Determining what is the cause of a headache involves several steps, including a physical exam, blood tests, and imaging tests of the head and neck. Diagnosis of headache is an essential step to help determine the type and cause of your headache – and how to treat it. Physical Examination A physical examination includes checking

The International Headache Society classifies 67 different types of headache into 13 categories. More broadly, headaches are classified in terms of primary and secondary causes, as well as cranial neuralgias, facial pain, and other causes. Primary headaches are headaches that occur with no underlying medical cause. The most common are: Tension headache Migraine Cluster headache

A number of treatments have been shown to improve symptoms of PD, well being, and quality of life. But, at present, none has been found to cure or slow down the progression of the illness. Research continues throughout the world, however, in search for the cause, new treatments and, a way to slow down, cure

You need your partner, family and friends on your side. You may have to educate them yourself. Your family may find the adjustment to your diagnosis as difficult as you do. It is a good idea to seek some professional help if you or anyone else cannot come to terms with the diagnosis. Inability to

There are clinical trials taking place all the time and scientists/researchers are always eager for participants. However many studies have restrictions about how far away subjects can live from the center conducting the trial. Visit the Parkinson’s Disease Clinical Studies site at http://www.parkinson.org/clnindex.htm or speak to your physician or local Parkinson’s Society.

Here are some frequently asked questions related to Parkinson’s disease. Q: Should I stop my Parkinson’s disease medications before general surgery or an operation? A: Some neurologists recommend that medications be stopped 12 hours prior to general anesthesia for surgery. If you are on a complicated drug regimen, ask your surgeon prior to surgery to contact

Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on Parkinson’s disease. Living with Parkinson’s disease does not have to be a lonely marathon, and there are ample connections and resources for those with Parkinson’s disease who have special needs. All are dedicated to action and advocacy that help meet those needs and provide

Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to stroke. A brain attack or stroke happens when a part of the brain is damaged by a change in blood flow. This change can happen if something blocks the flow of blood to the brain or if a blood vessel bursts and causes

Here are definitions of medical terms related to stroke. Aneurysm: An abnormal, balloon-like bulging of the wall of an artery. The bursting of an aneurysm in a brain artery or blood vessel causes a hemorrhagic stroke. Anticoagulant agents: Drugs used to prevent blood clots from forming or growing. They work by interfering with the production of blood

Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information on stroke. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)  http://www.ninds.nih.gov/ National Stroke Association  Phone: 303-649-9299 Phone: 1-800-STROKES (787-6537) http://www.stroke.org/ Find links to products and services for stroke survivors and caregivers, self-screening techniques to detect a heart condition called atrial fibrillation (which is a leading stroke risk