Apps and devices for Parkinson's library Apps and devices can help with day to day management of Parkinson's. The Parkinson's UK apps and devices library collates a range of 'tried and tested' ones that could be useful for your patients affected by Parkinson's.
Information and support poster Make sure everyone affected by Parkinson's gets the right information and support with this Parkinson's UK poster. Order one today and share it at your workplace.
Parkinson's Disease Awareness Film (Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust) This short film from Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust highlights the importance of getting the administration of Parkinson's medication right.
Clinical Summary: Falls and Parkinson’s This brief clinical summary on falls in Parkinson's is designed for clinicians caring for people with the condition. This document outlines Parkinson's specific modifiable factors and evidence-based interventions.
NICE Parkinson's disease quality standard [QS164] This quality standard covers the management of Parkinson's in adults. It does not include treatment of parkinsonism not caused by Parkinson's. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
The incidence and prevalence of Parkinson's in the UK report These reports present estimates of the prevalence and incidence of Parkinson’s in the UK.
Quick Reference Cards (UK) for physiotherapists These Quick Reference Cards (UK) are for a physiotherapist to use when working with people with Parkinson's. They show how to take a patient's history, do a physical examination, and plan and carry out physiotherapy treatment.
Providing better support to people with Parkinson's in the community and preventing unnecessary hospital admissions This interactive guide, developed using feedback from Excellence Network members, looks at how you can prevent unnecessary hospital admissions for people with Parkinson's.
Short film for teachers: listen to my thoughts This short film, created by Lyn Fearn, demonstrates the importance of parents and teachers understanding Parkinson's and its impact on the children affected
Unified Dystonia Rating Scale (UDRS) The rating scale allows clinicians to evaluate the level of dystonia experienced by people affected by Parkinson's.