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Parkinson’s Disease Information

WEBWhat are the symptoms that may be clues to the onset of Parkinson’s disease? There are many potential symptoms and/or signs that may herald the earliest features and/or …

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Clinical Research

WEBClinical Trials A clinical trial is a research study that looks into the safety and usefulness of a drug in improving symptoms or slowing, stopping, or reversing the progression of a …

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Movement Disorders & Neurorestoration Program

WEBThe Center for Movement Disorders and Neurorestoration offers the highest level of integrated, interdisciplinary care for patients with movement and …

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What a Patient needs to Know About DBS

WEBWhat is Deep Brain Stimulation? Deep brain stimulation, or DBS, a surgical therapy that involves the implantation of stimulating electrodes into select targets of the brain. These …

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Dr. Gunduz receives ABIE award

WEBAysegul Gunduz, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering, is doing key research into deep brain stimulation and other aspects of the treatment of …

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Meredith DeFranco, DPT

WEBPhysical Therapist Movement Disorders Center P.O. Box 100341 Gainesville, FL 32610-0341 Email Dr. DeFranco Dr. DeFranco is one of our the team’s physical therapists. She …

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Lewy Body Dementia Association Research Center of …

WEBThe Center for Movement Disorders and Neurorestoration offers the highest level of integrated, interdisciplinary care for patients with movement and neuropsychiatric …

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The Importance of Oral Care in Parkinson’s Disease

WEBBy: Lindsay Arena, MA, CF-SLP Swallowing dysfunction is frequent in Parkinson’s disease (PD) and is commonly associated with aspiration pneumonia, which …

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Why Does Deep Brain Stimulation Work

WEBThe mechanism of action for DBS remains unknown. DBS may act by reversibly suppressing or normalizing neuronal (brain cell) activity through the activation of …

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How to Prepare for a Telehealth Appointment » Movement …

WEBWith the shift to telehealth services during this COVID pandemic, learning how to use technology can be a challenge. Thankfully, the we have some resources to …

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TEDx Talk on Deep Brain Stimulation by Dr. Michael Okun and Dr.

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Physical Therapy Tips to manage retropulsion

WEBRetropulsion in Parkinson’s disease is the force that contributes to loss of balance in a backwards or posterior direction. Retropulsion occurs due to a worsening of …

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Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) Program

WEBComprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) is non-pharmacological intervention for tic management that consists of three critical components (1): Training the patient to …

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Tourette Syndrome Support Groups » Movement Disorders

WEBWritten by Valentina Osorio, OTS The onset of a chronic disease or diagnosis may come with added stressors and feelings of uncertainty and alienation. …

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Safety Tips for Showering/Bathing » Movement Disorders

WEBAvoiding falls and preventing secondary injuries are an important goal for both Occupational and Physical therapy. The risk of a fall is increased and has the …

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Fine Motor Coordination Activities for Patients with Parkinson’s

WEBPeople with Parkinson’s Disease can see limitations in fine motor coordination which can lead to difficulties with manipulating items such as buttons, …

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A Workbook for Conducting a Functional Behavioral …

WEBTourette Syndrome Association, Inc. Functional5 Behavioral Assessments Functional Behavioral Assessment Worksheet

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