10 Types of Assistive Devices for Parkinson's Disease
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When you have Parkinson's disease (PD), symptoms such as shakiness, rigid muscles, slow movements, and unsteadiness can affect your daily life. As the disease worsens, it can turn routine tasks—such as eating, dressing, and writing—into daunting chores. Assistive devices make these tasks easier so you're able to do more.
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Last Annual Review Date: 2012-04-20
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10 Assistive Devices