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

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

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Brain imaging shows that an individual has different brain activity when they play a game against themselves, as compared to when they compete ...

Emerging research indicates that deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve motor symptoms and enhance quality of life in patients with advanced Parkinson's disease. The finding, reported in the online version of The Lancet Neurology journal is published by researchers at the University of ...