Parkinson’s Support
What is Parkinson’s disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects the central nervous system and causes movement disorders. It is a chronic and progressive disease.
In Portugal, it is estimated that the disease affects about 20,000 people, being more frequent in people over 60 years old.
Symptoms:
- Tremor: It is the most well-known symptom, usually starting in a hand, arm or leg. The tremor typically occurs at rest and improves with movement.
- Muscle rigidity: Muscle stiffness can cause difficulty in movement and pain.
- Slowness of movement, making simple activities like walking, dressing or eating more time-consuming and difficult.
- Difficulty maintaining posture and tendency to fall.
- Depression and anxiety.
- Sleep disturbances.
Risk factors for Parkinson’s disease:
- Age: The risk of Parkinson’s increases with age, being more common in people over 60 years old.
- Family history: Having a close relative with Parkinson’s increases the risk of developing the disease.
- Genetics: Certain genes increase the risk of Parkinson’s, but the presence of these genes doesn’t necessarily mean the disease will develop.
Treatment of Parkinson’s disease:
There is no cure for Parkinson’s disease, but there are treatments that can help control symptoms and improve quality of life. These treatments include:- Medications to increase dopamine levels in the brain.
- Brain surgery (deep brain stimulation) in selected and advanced cases.
- Physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy to improve mobility, functional independence and communication.
Care for Parkinson’s Patients?
Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that affects movement and can bring significant challenges to daily life. Cuidamos em Casa offers a specialized service to assist people with Parkinson’s and their families, providing quality care and comfort in the family environment.How can we help?
We adapt our services to your specific needs, considering the progression of the disease.
Our team is composed of experienced caregivers, providing a safe and welcoming environment.
We assist in adapting your home to ensure your safety and autonomy.
We offer emotional support for both you and your family members, helping to deal with the challenges of the disease.
We adapt our services to your routine, offering full-time or part-time care, according to your needs.
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