It can begin with a tremor in your hand that is barely noticeable, a subtle stiffness in your shoulder, or even a slight slowing of your walk.
The symptoms are progressive and tend to deepen over time. They will eventually, and severely, inhibit your ability to function normally.
And many of these symptoms may soon be reduced with a groundbreaking new device.
The impact of Parkinson’s disease
Nearly one million Americans are suffering from Parkinson's disease in the US, and that number is expected to rise to 1.2 million by 2030.
The only neurodegenerative disease more prevalent is Alzheimer’s.
The common symptoms include:
- Slowed movement
- Balance problems and falls
- Speech changes
- Sleep disturbances
- Depression or anxiety
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