HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES FOR PARKINSON'S DISEASE

Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement. It develops gradually, sometimes starting with a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. But while a tremor may be the most well-known sign of Parkinson's disease, the disorder also commonly causes stiffness or slowing of movement.

In the early stages of Parkinson's disease, your face may show little or no expression, or your arms may not swing when you walk. Your speech may become soft or slurred. Parkinson's disease symptoms worsen as your condition progresses over time

Parkinsonism is any condition that causes a combination of the movement abnormalities seen in Parkinson's disease — such as tremor, slow movement, impaired speech or muscle stiffness — especially resulting from the loss of dopamine–containing nerve cells (neurons).

Causes-In Parkinson's disease, certain nerve cells (neurons) in the brain gradually break down or die. Many of the symptoms are due to a loss of neurons that produce a chemical messenger in your brain called dopamine. When dopamine levels decrease, it causes abnormal brain activity, leading to signs of Parkinson's disease.

The cause of Parkinson's disease is unknown, but several factors appear to play a role, including:

Your genes. Researchers have identified specific genetic mutations that can cause Parkinson's disease, but these are uncommon except in rare cases with many family members affected by Parkinson's disease.

However, certain gene variations appear to increase the risk of Parkinson's disease but with a relatively small risk of Parkinson's disease for each of these genetic markers.

Environmental triggers. Exposure to certain toxins or environmental factors may increase the risk of later Parkinson's disease, but the risk is relatively small.

Researchers have also noted that many changes occur in the brains of people with Parkinson's disease, although it's not clear why these changes occur. These changes include:

The presence of Lewy bodies. Clumps of specific substances within brain cells are microscopic markers of Parkinson's disease. These are called Lewy bodies, and researchers believe these Lewy bodies hold an important clue to the cause of Parkinson's disease.

Alpha-synuclein is found within Lewy bodies. Although many substances are found within Lewy bodies, scientists believe an important one is the natural and widespread protein called alpha-synuclein (A-synuclein). It's found in all Lewy bodies in a clumped form that cells can't break down. This is currently an important focus among Parkinson's disease researchers.

Symptoms--Parkinson's disease symptoms and signs may vary from person to person. Early signs may be mild and may go unnoticed. Symptoms often begin on one side of your body and usually remain worse on that side, even after symptoms begin to affect both sides.

Parkinson's signs and symptoms may include:

Tremor. A tremor, or shaking, usually begins in a limb, often your hand or fingers. You may notice a back-and-forth rubbing of your thumb and forefinger, known as a pill-rolling tremor. One characteristic of Parkinson's disease is a tremor of your hand when it is relaxed (at rest).

Slowed movement (bradykinesia). Over time, Parkinson's disease may reduce your ability to move and slow your movement, making simple tasks difficult and time-consuming. Your steps may become shorter when you walk, or you may find it difficult to get out of a chair. Also, you may drag your feet as you try to walk, making it difficult to move.

Rigid muscles. Muscle stiffness may occur in any part of your body. The stiff muscles can limit your range of motion and cause you pain.

Impaired posture and balance. Your posture may become stooped, or you may have balance problems as a result of Parkinson's disease.

Loss of automatic movements. In Parkinson's disease, you may have a decreased ability to perform unconscious movements, including blinking, smiling or swinging your arms when you walk.

Speech changes. You may have speech problems as a result of Parkinson's disease. You may speak softly, quickly, slur or hesitate before talking. Your speech may be more of a monotone rather than with the usual inflections.

Writing changes. It may become hard to write, and your writing may appear small

Risk factors-Risk factors for Parkinson's disease include:

Age. Young adults rarely experience Parkinson's disease. It ordinarily begins in middle or late life, and the risk increases with age. People usually develop the disease around age 60 or older.

Heredity. Having a close relative with Parkinson's disease increases the chances that you'll develop the disease. However, your risks are still small unless you have many relatives in your family with Parkinson's disease.

Sex. Men are more likely to develop Parkinson's disease than are women.

Exposure to toxins. Ongoing exposure to herbicides and pesticides may put you at a slightly increased risk of Parkinson's disease

Complications-Parkinson's disease is often accompanied by these additional problems, which may be treatable:

Thinking difficulties. You may experience cognitive problems (dementia) and thinking difficulties, which usually occur in the later stages of Parkinson's disease. Such cognitive problems aren't very responsive to medications.

Depression and emotional changes. People with Parkinson's disease may experience depression. Receiving treatment for depression can make it easier to handle the other challenges of Parkinson's disease.

You may also experience other emotional changes, such as fear, anxiety or loss of motivation. Doctors may give you medications to treat these symptoms.

Swallowing problems. You may develop difficulties with swallowing as your condition progresses. Saliva may accumulate in your mouth due to slowed swallowing, leading to drooling.

Sleep problems and sleep disorders. People with Parkinson's disease often have sleep problems, including waking up frequently throughout the night, waking up early or falling asleep during the day.

People may also experience rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder, which involves acting out your dreams. Medications may help your sleep problems.

Bladder problems. Parkinson's disease may cause bladder problems, including being unable to control urine or having difficulty urinating.

Constipation. Many people with Parkinson's disease develop constipation, mainly due to a slower digestive tract.

You may also experience:

Blood pressure changes. You may feel dizzy or lightheaded when you stand due to a sudden drop in blood pressure (orthostatic hypotension).

Smell dysfunction. You may experience problems with your sense of smell. You may have difficulty identifying certain odors or the difference between odors.

Fatigue. Many people with Parkinson's disease lose energy and experience fatigue, and the cause isn't always known.

Pain. Many people with Parkinson's disease experience pain, either in specific areas of their bodies or throughout their bodies.

Sexual dysfunction. Some people with Parkinson's disease notice a decrease in sexual desire or performance.

HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES

Homoeopathic can control Parkinson’s disease  safely without any side effects . Some of the important remedies are given below.

LOLIUM TEMULENTUM 3—Lolium temulentum is one of the top remedies for Parkinson’s disease. It is considered an almost specific remedy for this condition. It is prescribed when the gait is unsteady, trembling of all limbs, cannot write, cannot hold a glass of water . There is spasm of arms and legs. Violent pain in calves, as if bound by a cord.

AMBRA GRESIA 200-Ambra gresia is another top remedy for Parkinson’s disease . It is prescribed when tremors with numbness are present. Limbs go to sleep on the slightest movement. There is coldness and stiffness of limbs. The finger nails become brittle and are shriveled.

BARYTA CARB 200-Baryta carb is best for Parkinson’s disease when trembling of feet and of hands while writing occurs. A paralytic condition runs through out the body. There is paralysis of mind and body. There is deficient memory, mistrust, want of self confidence, aversion to strangers. Vertigo with nausea on stooping. Pressure and sticking pain in brain , at vertex on walking.

RHUS TOXICODENDRON 200-Rhus toxicodendron is excellent for Parkinson’s disease when stiffness of the various parts are affected. There is paralysis and trembling after exertion.The tremors start with pain which is relieved by motion.Crawling and tingling sensation in the tips of fingers are present.

GELSEMIUM 200-Gelsemium is an excellent remedy for Parkinson’s disease with trembling. Gelsemium is prescribed when dizziness, drowsiness, dullness and trembling are present. There is paralysis of various groups of muscles like eyes, throat, chest, sphincters and extremities and muscles of the head. There is staggering gait and loss of power of muscular coordination.

 MERCURIUS 30—Mercurius is an excellent remedy for treating Parkinson’s disease where weakness of limbs , trembling of extremities , especially hands are present. There is lacerating pain in joints. There is weakness with trembling from least exertion. Cold and clammy sweat present on limbs. Complaints increase during sweating and rest. All symptoms are aggravated at night , warmth of bed , damp, cold rainy weather and during perspiration.

ARGENTUM NITRICUM 200- Argentum nitricum is best for Parkinson’s disease when paralysis with mental and abdominal symptoms   are present. It is complementary to Gelsemium. Argentum nitricum patients are easily excited and angered. There lack of incoordination , loss of control and imbalance with trembling and general debility and rigidity in calves muscles. Argentum nitricum patients walks and stands unsteadily. Associated with flatulence and greenish diarrhea are present.

AGARICUS MUSCARIUS 200- Agaricus is prescribed for Parkinson’s disease when trembling, itching, and jerking are present. There is stiffness of the muscles and itching of skin over the affected part and extreme sensitiveness  of the spine. Chorea and twitching ceases during sleep. The patient cannot bear touch.

COCCULUS INDICUS 200-Cocculus is another top remedy for treating Parkinson’s diseases where the hand trembles while eating and when it is raised higher. Knees sink down from weakness. Totters while walking with a tendency to fall on one side. Cracking of the knee when moving. One sided paralysis worse after sleep

.LATHYRUS SATIVA 200- Tremors of the upper extremities with paralytic weakness of the lower limbs. Feels as if limbs are hard and contracted; limbs feel heavy. Feels as if floor is irregular and is obliged to keep his eyes on the ground to guide his feet. Affects the lateral and anterior columns of cord. Does not produce pain. Reflexes always increased. Lateral sclerosis and Infantile paralysis. Finger tips numb. Tremulous, tottering gait. Excessive rigidity of legs with spastic gait. Knees knock against each other while walking. Cannot extend or cross legs when siting.Stiff and lame ankle

ZINCUM METALLICUM 200-Zincum metallicum is best for Parkinson’s disease with violent trembling of the whole body after emotions. There is paralysis of hands and feet. The hands trembles while writing. Feet in continued motion , cannot keep still. Twitching is found in children.