May 13th, 2012

A Belgian neuroscientist has succeeded in undoing the effect of one of the genetic defects that leads to Parkinson's using Vitamin K2.
"It appears from our ...
May 8th, 2012

A pacemaker that sends continuous electrical impulses to specific regions of the brain appears to reverse the downturn in brain metabolism that ...
May 3rd, 2012

Parkinson's disease is an insidious disorder affecting movement and cognition for over one million Americans. New research has identified a method that stops ...
April 12th, 2012

A new study presents good news for individuals diagnosed with both Parkinson’s disease and depression.
Researchers found the latest generation ...
April 11th, 2012

Curcumin, a compound found in the spice turmeric, is able to prevent the clumping of a protein associated with Parkinson’s disease, according to research at ...
March 15th, 2012

The stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements (REM) is associated with deep sleep, muscle relaxation and dreaming. A new study suggests ...
March 11th, 2012

A novel explanation of glaucoma is rapidly rising, and it is promoting advances in treatment that may ultimately eliminate the disease. Rather than being viewed solely as an eye disease, top ...
February 24th, 2012

New research suggests administration of dopamine can uncover latent creative talents among some individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
European scientists discovered Parkinson's disease patients can suddenly become creative when ...
February 18th, 2012

Weight training for two years significantly improves the symptoms of Parkinson's disease compared to other forms of exercise, such as stretching and balance exercises, according ...
February 10th, 2012

Tai chi training can help patients with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease increase stability and avoid falls.
In an exercise study conducted by researchers at the ...