The Parkinson's Handbook [Paperback]

This is a unique and valuable guide designed especially for Parkinsonian patients and their families. Dr. McGoon has all the medical know-how of an eminent physicianand, as a patient, he is intimately familiar with the ways in which Parkinsonians suffer. In this inspiring and practical volume, he explains the basics of this mysterious disease, describes his own innovative program to combat its symptoms, and tells Parkinsonians how to maintain that strength of spirit which can be their best defense.Extremely interesting and informative. I know that it will be a popular book among patients and their caregivers.Reading this book ought to be a prerequisite for all persons involved in coping with Parkinson's Disease, by they patients, caregivers, or health care professionals.Finally, a book that simplifies the terminology and Latin terms that too often are the Parkinson's patient's only clues to the disease. An educational and insightful book.An inspiring, practical guide for patients and their families by a Mayo Clinic surgeon with Parkinson's Disease.