Optimal Health with Parkinson's Disease

<p>For many with Parkinson's disease adding complementary alternative and lifestyle therapies to a care plan can result in symptom relief and a higher quality of life without compromising conventional treatment. Written by a board-certified neurologist and expert in mind-body medicine <i>Optimal Health with Parkinson's Disease</i> provides a thorough and up-to-date guide to a variety of therapies so that you and your health care team can make informed decisions to help you achieve optimal health.</p> <ul> <li>Learn the benefits of a holistic approach</li> <li>Find effective low risk therapies for symptom relief such as tremor muscle rigidity depression constipation and insomnia</li> <li>Understand the pros and cons of popular diet and exercise approaches</li> <li>Determine which integrative therapies are best for you</li> <li>Personalize your treatment plan to help meet your goals</li> </ul> <p>Dr. Giroux shares her experience and insights after many years of listening to the challenges faced day-to-day by her patients with neurological disorders. She combines her conventional medical training with mindfulness practice and integrative medical philosophy to provide a unique healing approach that empowers patients for optimal living. This excellent guide fully explains the value of this integrative approach even when one is dealing with complex chronic disease. I recommend it as a must-have for anyone living with Parkinson's disease.</p> <p>Andrew Weil</small> MD author of <i>Healthy Aging And 8 Weeks to Health</i></p> <p>Navigating Parkinson's diagnosis progression and care is challenging. Dr. Monique Giroux provides a roadmap not only of the therapeutic options - medicinal and complementary - but also of the perspective that patients and their loved ones can use to live their best life with Parkinson's disease.</p> <p>Todd Sherer CEO The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research</p> <p>If you or someone you love has Parkinson's disease this book will become an essential resource. Dr. Giroux uses her vast clinical experience and encouraging philosophy to guide you to evidence-based integrative approaches that can help you thrive.</p> <p>Victoria Maizes MD Executive Director University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine Professor of Medicine Family Medicine and Public Health</p>