Among other things, one of the symptoms of advanced Parkinson’s disease is an impaired sense of balance. Although this typically isn't very responsive to medication, Swedish scientists at the University of Gothenburg's Sahlgrenska Academy are developing an alternative treatment – a wearable device that stimulates the patient's vestibular system. .. Continue Reading Portable device could be used to treat Parkinson’s disease
Section: Medical
Tags: Parkinson, Treatment, University of Gothenburg
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