Non-Drug Therapy Archives - Page 3 of 8

Non-invasive brain stimulation - new recommendations for action

July 14, 2023/0 comments/in Research and Development, Non-drug therapy, Therapies/from Jürgen

The recommendations for action published in the Ärzteblatt on July 23, 2023 deal with the use of non-invasive brain stimulation methods (NIBS, Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation) for the treatment of mental and neurological diseases.

The NIBS techniques use electrical or electromagnetic currents to stimulate specific areas of the brain. This may prove particularly beneficial for the treatment of Parkinson's, as many patients prefer these non-invasive methods and quite a few consider such treatments exclusively.
Claudia: Of course, I like doing that. A physical therapist is a healthcare professional who helps patients improve mobility and function, reduce pain, and achieve better balance and coordination. This is often done through physical exercises, massage, and the use of specialized equipment.

Neuro Tango. Dancing as non-drug therapy

June 26, 2023/1 comment/in Exercise, Non-drug therapy, Therapies, Video/from Jürgen

The activating therapies traditionally include physiotherapy, ergotherapy and
speech therapy. But there are also some additional activities that activate and the classic
Support therapies - such as dancing. Personal activity and movement in everyday life
not to underestimate.

Aside from the fun factor and the social similarities, dancing generally becomes very
covered many basic functional exercises that are good for everyone. In addition, they have an effect
reducing some manifestations of the diseases: (Hackney & Earhart, 2009, 2010)

A ball against the tremor

June 20, 2023/0 comments/in Non-drug therapy, Therapies/from Jürgen

Many people with Parkinson's have lived with the tremor for some time. Getting used to it somehow; Medications have only a very limited effect and sometimes have very strong side effects.

"If the Vilim ball lives up to what it promises at the moment, it will be a breakthrough in the treatment of tremor in Parkinson's disease," says neurologist Dr. Dieter Volc. He discovered this while searching for new aids on the Internet and has been testing it informally with the help of interested patients ever since. Extensive studies on the effectiveness are to follow. The first results are promising: 15 of the 12 patients to date have reported a good effect.

Focused ultrasound - advantages and disadvantages

June 5, 2023/0 comments/in Research and Development, Non-drug therapy, Therapies, Video/from Jürgen

Focused ultrasound, also known as high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), is a noninvasive neurosurgical technique used to treat Parkinson's disease. This method uses focused sound waves to selectively stimulate or destroy areas of the brain responsible for Parkinson's symptoms. Focused ultrasound is typically used to treat tremor, which is a common symptom in people with Parkinson's disease.

Neuro-centered training in everyday life: topic eyes

9 May 2023/0 comments/in To know better, Non-drug therapy, self-help, Symptoms, Therapies/from Jürgen

The influence of your eyes

The eyes are the gateway to the world and an important part of our body. They are an essential factor in how we perceive our surroundings and also affect our body in different ways. The influence is often underestimated. That is why we will deal with the topic in more detail in this newsletter and give tips on how we can take care of our eyes in everyday life and use their influence on our body in a positive way.

Fascia training as pain therapy

18 April 2023/0 comments/in Exercise, Non-drug therapy, Guide, self-help, Therapies/from Jürgen

As someone who uses fascial training extensively for pain management, I was amazed at the results I was able to achieve through this training method. During my complex therapy in Bad Gögging, I received a detailed explanation of the importance of fascia and how it affects our physical performance and well-being. Since then, I have incorporated fascia training into my daily routine.

What are fascia

Fascia are connective tissue structures in the body that surround and connect our muscles, bones, organs and nerves. They are important for the stability, mobility and power transmission of the body. Fascia training is a training method that aims to strengthen and stretch these structures to improve physical performance and reduce pain.

More lightness and mobility with Parkinson's

6 April 2023/0 comments/in Exercise, Non-drug therapy, Guide, Therapies/from Jürgen

We ask ourselves what possibilities there are for people with Parkinson's to make the path to an art of living instead of a burden of life and what role the inner attitude plays: with sport we have moving possibilities, these and thus motor and non-motor symptoms better to meet.

Multimodal complex therapy

2 April 2023/0 comments/in Non-drug therapy, Guide, Therapies/from Jürgen

Multimodal complex therapy for Parkinson's is a treatment method that combines different forms of therapy to relieve the symptoms of Parkinson's disease and improve the quality of life of patients.

PunchingParkinson Media Library

March 23, 2023/in Exercise, Non-drug therapy, Therapies, Video/from Jürgen

Videos about therapeutic boxing

PunchingParkinson

March 21, 2023/0 comments/in Exercise, Research and Development, Non-drug therapy, Therapies/from Jürgen

Boxing is a popular sport that has recently become more popular due to its positive effects on people suffering from Parkinson's disease. It has even been recognized to lead to a significant improvement in walking speed in people with Parkinson's disease.