Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by static tremors, muscle rigidity, bradykinesia, and postural balance disorders. The age of onset is around 60 years old. The condition progresses progressively and if left uncontrolled, it will gradually deteriorate slowly, seriously affecting the patient's quality of life. So, what aspects should Parkinson's disease patients pay attention to in their daily lives?
Precautions for daily care
1. Observe the emotional changes of patients in daily life, learn to comfort them, avoid stimulating their emotions, and be considerate and caring for them, paying attention to their psychological feelings.
2. Choose non slip slippers and pads, install handrails in the bathroom for easy grip to prevent falls, train and guide patients to clean and wipe their bodies by themselves.
4. Encourage patients to engage in interpersonal communication, maintain past interests and hobbies, cultivate new hobbies, and establish a positive lifestyle; Dispersing negative emotions;
5. Choose clothes made of pure cotton, loose fitting, and easy to put on and take off. Wear the limb that is inconvenient for movement first, then the other limb. When taking off clothes, take off the limb that is convenient for movement first, and then the other limb. When wearing multiple layers of clothes, wear them layer by layer and pay attention to keeping warm. For patients with poor hand flexibility, do not choose buttoned clothes or pants with waistbands. Instead, choose buttoned or loose clothes and wear pants with elastic bands.
6. If swallowing difficulties occur in the late stage, they can be improved by nasogastric tube feeding and gastrostomy tube feeding. 6. Pay attention to rehabilitation exercise and improve daily self-care ability; Seek medical attention promptly when symptoms worsen.
Medication care
1. Do not adjust medication dosage or stop medication without authorization, and follow medical advice to take medication;
2. Medications that affect sleep should be avoided before bedtime and should not affect nighttime rest as much as possible;
3. Some medications may cause drowsiness the day after taking them, so avoid driving and other behaviors during the medication period;
4. When taking sedatives and sleeping pills such as anti anxiety drugs, ensure sufficient sleep after taking the medication
Dietary care
1. Pay attention to a balanced diet, with a reasonable combination of diverse foods to ensure a balanced intake of protein, fat, carbohydrates, and fiber. It is recommended to have at least 20 types of food per day.
2. Ensure the intake of grains and potatoes. Grains and potatoes are the main sources of energy, and there are multiple options for whole grains, mixed beans, and potatoes.
3. Insufficient protein intake can weaken the body's immune system, so it is necessary to consume sufficient high-quality protein. Protein is mainly derived from animal proteins such as chicken, fish, and seafood, and should be consumed in moderation. It is recommended to consume protein rich foods such as lean meat, fish, shrimp, and eggs daily. Soybeans and their products are not only a good source of high-quality protein, but also contain flavonoids and antioxidants, which help enhance resistance and can be chosen from.
4. Eating fresh vegetables and fruits, rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, has strong antioxidant properties, regulates immunity, and enhances resistance.
5. Ensure sufficient water intake, recommended daily intake of 1500-2000ml, with small amounts taken multiple times.
7. Eat foods containing tyrosine, such as melon seeds, almonds, sesame seeds, skim milk, etc., to promote dopamine synthesis in the brain.
While actively treating Parkinson's disease, it is important to adjust the diet with a balanced diet, strengthen daily and psychological care, and achieve better results with medication.