Parkinson Disease: Patient Education from University of Colorado Hospital          

Living with Parkinson Disease

Symptoms of Parkinson disease usually occur at about age 60.   As symptoms intensify, walking and talking and other simple tasks may become increasingly difficult. Although there is no cure for Parkinson disease, many medications, surgical treatments and therapies are used to help minimize the symptoms.

It is important to talk to your doctor about medicines that might improve your symptoms or the symptoms of a family member. Discuss any side effects that may result from taking medication.

Parkinson Disease: Getting a Second Opinion

Diagnosis of Parkinson disease is based on a number of features, not a specific test, and can be difficult to diagnose, especially in the early stages. People diagnosed with Parkinson may consider getting a second opinion from a neurologist who specializes in movement disorders and has extensive experience with Parkinson.

Additional Parkinson Disease Resources

Parkinson’s Association of the Rockies

Parkinson’s Disease Foundation

National Parkinson’s Foundation  

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

Hope for a Cure Foundation

American Parkinson’s Disease Association