KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA –\u00a0Media OutReach<\/a>\u00a0– 28 April 2021 –\u00a0As we age, the possibility of Parkinson’s Disease becomes real. It is
Today, there are more than 20,000 Malaysians diagnosed with
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Due to this decrease in dopamine, a Parkinson’s patient’s movements
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Those affected find it difficult to start or stop moving, and control
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In addition, those living with Parkinson’s disease\u00a0might
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All of these symptoms can have a profound impact on the patient’s
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Managing
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Although the cause of Parkinson’s disease is still unknown and there
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There are a variety of medicines available to treat Parkinson’s
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The surgical option available for advanced Parkinson’s patients who do
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Supportive therapies like physiotherapy, occupational therapy and
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Physiotherapy can help a Parkinson’s patient maintain their
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Meanwhile, occupational therapy provides practical advice and methods
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For patients in the early stages of Parkinson’s, a speech therapist
While exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, it is of
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When it comes to diet, there is no one food or combination of foods
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There are also various aids available that can help to make life a
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Urinary
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One other symptom of Parkinson’s disease that can have a major impact
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The types of urinary incontinence Parkinson’s patients might
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As can be imagined, urinary incontinence can have a negative impact on
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Urinary incontinence can also be difficult to deal with for
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Fortunately, urinary incontinence is a manageable condition.<\/p>\n
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For a start, the patient can “train” their bladder by establishing a
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In addition, there are various products available for those with
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Products like CERTAINTY’s<\/b>
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Based on their ADL care concept, which has six levels (ADL 0-5),
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Through understanding their customers and the general needs of
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With its tagline “For Everyday
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The reviews and opinions expressed here
\ncommon that people affected by this disease are not aware of its impact and how
\nto manage its symptoms effectively and confidently. In conjunction with World
\nParkinson’s Day this April, CERTAINTY would like us to take some time to
\nunderstand how this neurological disease can significantly impact the lives of
\nthe people it affects, especially when it comes to Activities of Daily Living
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\nParkinson’s disease <\/b>and this number
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\nare affected, resulting in common symptoms like tremors or trembling in the
\nhands, arms, legs, jaw or head; stiffness or rigidity in the limbs and body;
\nunusually slow movement; and impaired balance and coordination. <\/p>\n
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\nfine movements like gripping a pen and writing, as well as being prone to
\nfalling, making it challenging for them to carry out ADL. Their facial
\nexpressions can also become stiff, affecting their ability to communicate
\nnon-verbally. All these symptoms initially manifest subtly, e.g. the person
\nmight find it just a bit more difficult to get out of a chair or their bed, but
\nwill eventually progress if left untreated.<\/p>\n
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\nexperience symptoms like difficulty in chewing, swallowing and speaking; mood
\nchanges like depression and apathy; sleep problems; skin problems; cognitive
\nissues; constipation; and urinary problems like incontinence. <\/p>\n
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\nquality of life.<\/p>\n
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\nParkinson’s<\/b><\/p>\n
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\nis no cure for the condition, there are a number of treatments that can help
\npatients control their symptoms for a better quality of life. These include
\nmedication, surgery and supportive therapy[1]<\/sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n
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\ndisease. Some are used during the early stages of the disease, while some are
\nprescribed for the more advanced stages. The drugs can be quite effective in
\ncontrolling the symptoms of the disease, but will eventually lose their effect
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\nnot respond well, or have stopped responding, to medication is deep brain
\nstimulation. This is where electrodes are placed in certain parts of the brain
\nand linked to a neurostimulator (also known as a brain pacemaker) in the chest,
\nwhich generates electrical impulses to help control the symptoms of the
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\nspeech therapy, plus lifestyle modifications like exercise and dietary changes,
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\nindependence by providing them with techniques to deal with movement issues,
\ne.g. when getting in and out of bed, a chair or a car, as well as strength and
\nbalance training to help with movement difficulties and preventing falls. A
\nphysiotherapist will also be able to tailor an exercise and fitness programme
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\nfor patients to carry out their ADL, while coping with symptoms like tremors,
\nanxiety, fatigue and difficulty in communicating. Among the ways an
\noccupational therapist can help those with Parkinson’s are demonstrating
\ndifferent methods of accomplishing daily tasks, like buttoning up a shirt or
\nputting on make-up; recommending practical changes to the house or furniture
\narrangement to take into account their symptoms; and helping the patient
\ndevelop strategies to cope with ADL that might become more difficult as their
\ndisease progresses in the future.[3]<\/sup><\/sup><\/p>\n
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\nwill help them maintain their ability to communicate for as long as possible.
\nIn the more advanced stages of the disease, the therapist will be able to
\nsuggest techniques and tools to help ease communication. In addition, speech
\ntherapy also helps the patient with eating problems like difficulty chewing and
\nswallowing, or drooling. This form of therapy also provides tips to caregivers
\nand family members of the patient on how best to communicate with the patient,
\nas well as warning signs of when the patient may be experiencing eating
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\nparticular importance to those with Parkinson’s disease, as it helps them
\nmaintain their balance, mobility and ability to perform ADL.[5]<\/sup><\/sup>
\nThe earlier a Parkinson’s patient starts a regular exercise routine, the longer
\nthey will be able to maintain a better quality of life and delay progression of
\ntheir symptoms. While there is no one “right” workout regime for Parkinson’s
\npatients, each person should ensure that they cover the fitness elements of
\nstrength training, aerobic activity, flexibility, agility and balance for the
\nbest results. Tai chi and yoga in particular have been shown to help with
\nbalance, flexibility and mobility in patients with Parkinson’s.[6]<\/sup><\/sup><\/p>\n
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\nthat have been proven to help with Parkinson’s disease. However, simple
\nmodifications to what a patient eats can help to alleviate some of the symptoms
\nthey are experiencing. For example, constipation can be ameliorated by
\nincreasing the amount of fibre in one’s diet and by drinking lots of water,
\nwhile low blood pressure and its accompanying symptoms like dizziness upon
\nstanding up, can be managed by increasing the amount of salt in one’s diet and
\neating small, regular meals. For patients with difficulty eating, their foods
\nmight have to be softer in texture, while also nutrient-rich to ensure that
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\nlittle easier for Parkinson’s patients. For example, walking sticks, walking
\nframes, grab rails and handrails can help with moving around outside or inside
\nthe house, including while using the toilet or shower. Satin or silk sheets or
\npyjamas can help patients slide onto and out of bed more easily. There are also
\nall kinds of modified eating and kitchen utensils, like spoons, forks, cups,
\nplates, bowls and non-slip table mats, that can help make eating easier for a
\nParkinson’s patient. Other simple modifications include putting rubber bands
\naround items to provide a better grip and using magnets or Velcro instead of
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\non quality of life is urinary incontinence, where the patient is unable to
\nfully control the passing out of their urine. This is due to the disruption in
\ncommunication between the brain and the bladder due to low dopamine levels. <\/p>\n
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\nexperience are urge incontinence and nocturia.[7]<\/sup><\/sup> Urge
\nincontinence occurs when a person gets that urgent need to urinate, but is
\nunable to control themselves from urinating before they get to the toilet.
\nMeanwhile, nocturia is the abnormally frequent need to get up and pass urine
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\na person’s mental and social health. It is not unusual for such persons to
\nexperience feelings of shame, embarrassment, social isolation, loneliness and
\nloss of control, as well as body image issues. The lack of ability to control
\ntheir urination will cause them to limit their social activities outside the
\nhouse for fear of wetting themselves unintentionally, resulting in social
\nisolation and loneliness. They also tend to reduce or stop working out as
\nhigh-impact exercises can lead to involuntary leakage of urine. These issues
\nare further compounded when the person is also struggling with other symptoms
\nof Parkinson’s disease, and can lead to mental health issues like depression
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\ncaregivers. The financial burden of continence care, the relationship changes
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\nregular routine of going to the toilet, e.g. after every meal. They should
\navoid drinking any beverages starting two hours before bedtime, as well as
\nminimise their intake of caffeine, gassy drinks and alcohol as these can
\nstimulate urine production. Wearing clothes that have less buttons or zips, and
\ncan be easily removed quickly, can also help Parkinson’s patients who struggle
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\nurinary incontinence to help manage their condition. These include bed pads,
\nmattress protectors, male incontinence sheaths, and incontinence pads and
\npants.<\/p>\n
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\nadult diapers, in particular, are specially designed based on the level of
\nmobility and level of urinary incontinence a person has, which is especially
\nrelevant for those with both Parkinson’s disease and urinary incontinence.<\/p>\n
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\nCERTAINTY helps users to choose the right type of adult diaper based on their
\nlevel of mobility. Currently, there are four different types of CERTAINTY adult
\ndiapers. The CERTAINTY DryPants and CERTAINTY SuperPants cater to those who can
\nwalk or move around independently or with minimal walking aids respectively.
\nMeanwhile, the CERTAINTY MaxPants are for those who require assistance moving
\naround, while the CERTAINTY Tape is specially designed for bedridden
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\nMalaysians, CERTAINTY strives to provide viable solutions to incontinence and
\neliminate the social stigma of using adult diapers. Families and caretakers are
\nnow able to take care of incontinence needs, while feeling secure and confident
\nabout living a healthy life again.<\/p>\n
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\nConfidence<\/b>“, CERTAINTY believes its range of adult diapers created based on
\nthe ADL care concept will allow both caretakers and people with incontinence
\nissues to live independently and confidently. For more information on the ADL
\ncare concept, please visit www.certainty.com.my<\/a> or the CERTAINTY Facebook page at ![](\"https:\/\/www.media-outreach.com\/Release\/templates\/images\/socialMedia\/iconmonstr-facebook-1-24.png\"\/)
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\nare those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or
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