A progressive deterioration of the neurological functions
Mainly affect the mobility, balance and muscle coordination of the patient
Commonly seen at elderly who aged > 65, but it is also seen in people who aged between 40 to 60
Insufficiency of neurotransmitters that are responsible for transmitting message to the muscles
The cause is unknown, some are caused by medication.
Stiff-muscle, slow-movements, shaking of hands
Commonly occurred at arms, but may also affect the legs and mouth
People affected may result in inability to perform activity of daily livings, e.g. bathing, toileting, changing clothes, get up to or get down from the bed etc.
Can only be controlled by medication, surgery or physiotherapy etc.
Unequivocal diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease by a Specialist in neurology that it cannot be controlled with medication, and it shows signs of progressive impairment. Besides, it cause the inability of the person to perform activities of daily living without assistance.