NICE guideline [NG71]: Parkinson's disease in adults This guideline covers diagnosing and managing Parkinson's, aiming to improve case from the time of diagnosis.
An introduction to taking part in research This booklet is for people with Parkinson's and the people in their lives to start the conversation about taking part in research.
A competency framework for nurses working in Parkinson's disease management (3rd edition) This revised competency framework describes the competencies (in terms of knowledge, education and skills) required by specialist nurses (PDNS) to provide safe and effective care for people with Parkinson's.
Anticipatory care plan This anticipatory care plan outlines the common complications people with Parkinson's might experience in the community, why these may arise and what actions professionals can take to address them to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
Modified Bradykinesia Rating Scale (MBRS) This tool assesses speed, amplitude and rhythm of movements.
MDS Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (MDS-UPDRS) A comprehensive 50 question assessment of both motor and non-motor symptoms associated with Parkinson's.
Non motor symptoms questionnaire (NMSQ) This questionnaire can be given to people with Parkinson's in order to aid health and social care professionals to assess their non-motor symptoms.
Lindop Parkinson's Physiotherapy Assessment Scale (LPAS) The LPAS is a validated, physiotherapy-specific function measurement tool for use by physiotherapists to assess the gait and bed mobility of people with Parkinson's.
Key information for hospital pharmacists booklet This booklet is for hospital pharmacists and suggests ways to improve the management of Parkinson's medication in hospitals.
Occupational therapy for people with Parkinson's: Best practice guide This occupational therapist (OT) guide is a useful summary of best practice for occupational therapists working with people with Parkinson's.
