Parkinson's Disease and Parkinsonism in the Elderly [Paperback]

This book covers the clinical features, diagnosis and management of Parkinson's disease in elderly people.Parkinson's disease and parkinsonism are particular problems in the elderly, causing disability and impairing quality of life. This book covers the clinical features, diagnosis and management of Parkinson's disease in elderly people, dealing not only with the motor symptoms but also with problems such as depression and autonomic nervous system dysfunction. It particularly stresses rehabilitation and total patient care. A comprehensive, practical and enlightened account, this book will appeal to clinicians in the various disciplines involved with neurological disease and rehabilitation in elderly people.Parkinson's disease and parkinsonism are particular problems in the elderly, causing disability and impairing quality of life. This book covers the clinical features, diagnosis and management of Parkinson's disease in elderly people, dealing not only with the motor symptoms but also with problems such as depression and autonomic nervous system dysfunction. It particularly stresses rehabilitation and total patient care. A comprehensive, practical and enlightened account, this book will appeal to clinicians in the various disciplines involved with neurological disease and rehabilitation in elderly people.Parkinson's disease and parkinsonism are particular problems in the elderly, causing disability and impairing quality of life. This book covers the clinical features, diagnosis, and management of Parkinson's disease in elderly people, discussing such topics as motor symptoms, depression, and autonomic nervous system dysfunction. It particularly emphasizes the importance of rehabilitation and total patient care. Topics covered include:

Differential diagnosis and epidemiology

Drug-induced parkinsonism and gait apraxia

The drug treatment of elderly patients

Cognitive impairment in elderly patients with Parkinson's disease

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