NHS uses monitoring wearables to “revolutionise” Parkinson’s care for hundreds of patients
As part of a pioneering project that looks to revolutionise care, the NHS has given hundreds of patients with Parkinson’s disease “life-changing” smartwatches to allow…
University takes digital approach to targeting walking problems in people with Parkinson’s
An innovative digital approach to targeting and treating walking problems in people with Parkinson’s disease is being developed at Northumbria University in Newcastle. Problems, such…
Innovative rollator that assists people with Parkinson’s disease to launch
Building on feedback from clients who wanted a rollator which addresses the needs of, and offers support to, people with Parkinson’s disease, Rollz Mobility UK…
Study to examine the role of specialist nurses for people with Parkinson’s
Academics at Northumbria University are working on a £100,000 nationwide project aimed at getting a better understanding of the role of Parkinson’s Nurses. The University…
Parkinson’s and seating – What to consider when specifying a chair
Repose Furniture C-air Kate Sheehan, Director of The OT Service, is an occupational therapist specialising in environmental design and equipment provision. She is well respected…
New therapy centre to aid people with neurological conditions opens in East England
A new centre has opened in Saltney, Chester, which sits on the England-Wales border, to support people with neurological conditions called the Neuro Therapy Centre.…
New study shows that wearable electronic device could reduce mobility problems in Parkinson’s
A wearable electronic device called ‘cueStim’, designed by researchers at the National University of Ireland (NUI) Galway, could help prevent and reduce freezing of gait,…