Abstract

PARKINSON DISEASE: ROLE OF ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Khushi Baheti*, Vidhi Khandelwal, Himanshi Dulawat, Aditya Pant and Dr. B. S. Sonigara

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Abstract

Among neuro-degenerative disorders, Parkinson's disease is the most prevalent affecting about 1% of adults older than 60 years.[1] It is characterized by clinical symptoms like rigidity, tremors, and bradykinesia (slowness of movement). The exact cause of PD is unknown, but according to several research studies, there are some genetic and environmental factors that contribute to the evaluation of PD, like the deficiency of dopamine in the basal ganglia, which is caused by the progressive loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra. After Alzheimer's it is the second most prevalent neurological disorder. Assistive technology is introduced to improve the daily living of the patients suffering from PD. Some examples of AT are hearing aids, medication, etc. This review article provides an overview of PD's pathophysiology, clinical symptoms, etiology, and assistive technology.

Keywords: Parkinson's disease, Assistive Technology, pathophysiology, Symptom.