A number of excellent resources for carers as well as wider support are available from Parkinson’s New Zealand, Carers New Zealand, health professionals and other agencies. Here's what they can do for you.
Poor motor function means nearly half of all people with Parkinson’s have difficulty with their daily oral hygiene routine. On top of that medication can dry out your mouth leading to other oral issues.
Experiencing eye problems is not uncommon among people with Parkinson’s. Such problems are often related to Parkinson’s or its treatment but may be due to other causes such as cataracts or glaucoma.
Caring for another person is challenging. Taking a break every so often is important for both the physical and mental health of carers. Here we look at arranging respite care at a residential care facility.
Complementary therapies aim to treat the whole person including mind, body, and spirit, rather than just the symptoms. Here are just a few complementary therapies you may want to consider.
Many people with Parkinson’s experience fatigue and it can have a major impact on your well-being. However there is a lot you can do to manage fatigue so that it doesn’t cause you so many problems.
Bladder problems are more common for people with Parkinson’s than in the general population. Here we look at what causes these problems and what you can do to treat and prevent bladder problems you may experience.
