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Parkinson’s disease (PD), a chronic neurodegenerative disorder, impacts both motor and non-motor functions, gradually worsening over time. Characterized by tremors, rigidity, and slowed movement, it also encompasses cognitive, behavioral, and sensory issues. Dr. Parth Bansal elucidates core symptoms: tremor (resting), bradykinesia (slowed movement), and rigidity. Non-motor symptoms like mood disorders, sleep disturbances, and cognitive decline often accompany PD. Treatment options include dopaminergic medications and physical therapy, though the exact cause remains elusive, with dopamine neuron degeneration being a central factor.
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