Parkinson's Treatment in Tuscaloosa, AL

A Parkinson’s diagnosis raises a lot of questions. What comes next, how quickly things will change, and what can be done are concerns every patient deserves honest, expert answers to. At Novus, Dr. Prestley provides neurological evaluation and ongoing management focused on maintaining function, independence, and quality of life.

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What is Parkinson's Disease?

Parkinson's disease is caused by the gradual loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain, which disrupts the smooth coordination of movement. It is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer's and typically develops after age 60, though early-onset Parkinson's can occur in younger adults.

Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease

Motor symptoms

Resting tremor, often beginning in one hand

Rigidity or stiffness of the limbs and trunk

Slowness of movement (bradykinesia)

Postural instability and difficulty with balance

Shuffling gait or reduced arm swing

Soft or monotone speech

Non-motor symptoms

Cognitive changes, including memory difficulties

Depression and anxiety

Sleep disturbances, including REM sleep behavior disorder

Fatigue

Loss of sense of smell, which often precedes motor symptoms by years

Parkinson's Care at Novus in Tuscaloosa, AL

At Novus, Dr. Prestley provides expert neurological evaluation and ongoing management for Parkinson’s disease and related movement disorders. Care may include:

Neurological evaluation and medication management

Neuropsychological assessment of cognitive changes

Off-label Deep TMS for tremor in appropriate candidates

Physical therapy for movement, balance, and functional independence

Psychiatric support for depression, anxiety, and non-motor symptoms

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Timothy Prestley,
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