Overview
Parkinson’s condition is a neurogenerative progressive disease that causes central nervous system disorientation leading to difficulties in movement. Damage to the central nervous system inhibits the action of cells responsible for producing dopamine; substantia nigra [1] makes dopamine levels in the brain low and can lead to convulsion, a significant symptom of Parkinson’s disease. It is extensively believed that genetic mutations and exposure to certain environmental conditions are the leading causes of Parkinson’s disease.
The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease mainly begin with a tremor in one hand or the inability to move the other hand. However, these symptoms especially develop gradually over time.
Parkinson’s disease can be treated but cannot be cured. These are some of the methods used in treating this condition: