Therefore a patient with Parkinson’s may experience particular issues with walking, experiencing tremors, muscle rigidity and slowness when mobilising (Parkinson’s disease Society, 2007). These factors can contribute to the risk of falls among patients with Parkinson’s disease. In addition complications of Parkinson’s can include aspiration, dementia, and injuries resulting from falls. According to Better Health Better Care Parkinson Disease Society (2007) Parkinson disease affects all aspects of daily living for an individual. It can be argued that managing falls in patients’ with Parkinson disease is very important in maintaining the health and independence of the
Therefore a patient with Parkinson’s may experience particular issues with walking, experiencing tremors, muscle rigidity and slowness when mobilising (Parkinson’s disease Society, 2007). These factors can contribute to the risk of falls among patients with Parkinson’s disease. In addition complications of Parkinson’s can include aspiration, dementia, and injuries resulting from falls. According to Better Health Better Care Parkinson Disease Society (2007) Parkinson disease affects all aspects of daily living for an individual. It can be argued that managing falls in patients’ with Parkinson disease is very important in maintaining the health and independence of the