Stats
How many people in the United States today have been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease
nearly 1 million
Is there a specific test to diagnose Parkinson's Disease?
No
What type of Parkinson's Disease tends to develop slowly over many years and rarely interferes with daily activities?
Benign
Is there a known cure for Parkinson's Disease?
no
What is the goal of SPEAK OUT
To help people with Parkinson’s to regain and retain their voices, minimize swallowing problems, and stay connected with their families and friends.
Around how many people are diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease each year
90,000
What is the most common age group for Parkinson's Disease Diagnosis
65+
Is benign or severe Parkinson's Disease more common?
benign
Medications given to Parkinson's patients usually increase/substitute for which neurotransmitter?
dopamine
What is the motto of SPEAKOUT!
LIVE WITH INTENT
Are men or women more likely to develop Parkinson's Disease?
men
A.) Shaking or Tremor
B.) Bradykinesia
C.) Rigidity
D.) Posture Instability
E.) All of the Above
E.) All of the Above
Define Bradykinesia
impairment of voluntary movement control
What is the most commonly prescribed medication for Parkinson's Disease?
Carbidopa-Levodopa
What organization designed SPEAK OUT
Parkinson's Voice Project
Around how many NJ residents have been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease?
22,000
What is the most common 4 year age group of Parkinson's Disease Diagnosis?
60-64
Define Dystonia
a movement disorder in which your muscles contract involuntarily, causing repetitive or twisting movements
What surgical procedure is often prescribed for advanced Parkinson's Disease patients that don't react well to Levodopa
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Who came up with the principles behind SPEAKOUT?
SPEAK OUT! is based on principles of motor learning and teachings of Daniel R. Boone, PhD, CCC-SLP.
Around what percentage of Parkinson's Patients live in the United States?
10%
What percentage of Parkinson's patients are diagnosed before the age of 40?
10-15%
State 3 symptoms of benign Parkinson's Disease
-tremors
-bradykinesia
-limb rigidity
-propulsive gait
Name 2 symptoms that Carbidopa-Levodopa can help relieve?
Tremors
Stiffness
Slowness
During individual speech therapy, patients complete SPEAK OUT! exercises twice a day.