Understanding Parkinson's Disease: A Self-Help Guide

Cram MD, David L.; Gao MD, Xiao; Schechter MD, Steven

ISBN 10: 1886039003 / ISBN 13: 9781886039001

Published by Addicus Books (edition 2), 2009

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It's a preowned item in good condition and includes all the pages. It may have some general signs of wear and tear, such as markings, highlighting, slight damage to the cover, minimal wear to the binding, etc., but they will not affect the overall reading experience.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Understanding Parkinson's Disease: A Self-Help Guide
• Publisher: Addicus Books (edition 2)
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1886039003
• ISBN 13: 9781886039001
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2.
• Condition: Good

About this title

Synopsis

Addressing a disease that affects half a million Americans today—with 100,000 new cases diagnosed annually—this reference emphasizes how treatment and education are vital to maintaining the best quality of life possible. Coauthored by a former physician who has lived with Parkinson’s for 20 years, this handbook discusses both the basics of the disease, for which there is no “cure,” and ways that patients can stay active and maintain independence. Additional topics include symptoms and stages, treatment options, the role of self-help, the emotional side of the illness, day-to-day coping, benefits of exercise, choosing the right doctor, and care for caregivers. Going beyond standard medical information, this unique study also offers a sense of hope, featuring inspirational quotes from dozens of Parkinson’s patients.

About the Author

David L. Cram, MD, is the clinical professor emeritus for the University of California–San Francisco. He is the author of Answers to Frequently Asked Questions in Parkinson’s Disease and The Healing Touch. He lives in Walnut Creek, California. Xiao Gao, MD, works in private practice and is an assistant professor of clinical neurology at New York University Medical Center. She lives in Riverside, Connecticut. Steven Schechter, MD, is a clinical assistant professor of neurology at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and is actively involved in medical student education. He lives in West Bloomfield, Michigan.