Cannabis legalization and Parkinson's disease. Advantages and disadvantages

The discussion about the use of medical cannabis to treat various diseases has increased worldwide in recent years. The potential of cannabis-based therapies is being intensively researched, particularly for Parkinson's disease, a neurodegenerative disease that affects millions of people.

Kickboxing at the University Hospital Hamburg-Eppendorf

Musk or Messiah? The ethical challenges of Neuralink

Elon Musk, the man behind Tesla and SpaceX, has a vision with Neuralink: curing diseases, improving human abilities and ultimately merging humans and machines. But behind the tantalizing promises of healing and progress lurk serious ethical concerns.

Musk or Messiah? The ethical challenges of Neuralink

Musk or Messiah? The ethical challenges of Neuralink

Elon Musk, the man behind Tesla and SpaceX, has a vision with Neuralink: curing diseases, improving human abilities and ultimately merging humans and machines. But behind the tantalizing promises of healing and progress lurk serious ethical concerns.

Wearable robotic walking aid prevents dreaded “freezing”

As a Parkinson's sufferer, fighting against “freezing” while walking is a daily challenge. Every step can become an arduous slog until you end up frozen in place. The frustration and risk of falls accompany us Parkinson's patients at every turn. But now there is a promising development: Researchers have developed a wearable robotic system that triggers a gentle pull at crucial moments and can thus prevent the dreaded freezing.Tomorrow

Quo vadis dPV?

Quo Vadis dPV?

My very personal story
 In 2019 I was surprised by the diagnosis of Parkinson's and anyone who has had this experience knows the feeling of helplessness, panic and uncertainty.

What you need to know about Parkinson's

When a person with Parkinson's or a relative wants to find out about a possible disease, accompanying symptoms play a crucial role. These can affect different parts of the body, including skin, skeleton, sensory organs and psyche. The severity and occurrence of these symptoms vary from person to person, and it is important to note that some symptoms may have other causes.

Neurocentric training in everyday life: the influence of movement on our thinking

Welcome to the new year! The new year offers us the perfect opportunity to try out new things and discover new potential within ourselves. Let's revive the desire for movement together, awaken curiosity for the unknown and develop calmness for things that are beyond our control. 

Inspired by this thought, in this article I look at the fascinating connections between exercise and the brain.

Produodopa. The new medication standard?

However, the  perspectives changed fundamentally with the introduction of Produodopa®, a subcutaneous infusion solution. Continuous infusion over 24 hours using a portable pump ensures more constant effective levels. The crucial advantage for all of us is that no surgery is required to insert the subcutaneous cannula. This less invasive treatment option is a huge relief for all of us.

MRgFUS

Karl Walter, an 80-year-old resident of Karlsfeld, has had an impressive and transformative experience with Parkinson's disease. This condition, characterized by a constant shaking, also known as tremor, had severely affected his ability to carry out everyday tasks. Even basic tasks, such as tying a tie or lacing his shoes, posed major challenges for him.