Substantia nigra

Article One Okun (2012) utilized a systematic review of four samples to explore deep brain stimulation effects on advanced Parkinson’s patients’ quality of life, severity of motor symptoms, and the number of hours per day spent in the “on” state without dyskinesia (Appendix D). Pertinent findings from the critical appraisal of this article included: validity of the reviews utilized in the study, sample size, measurement of variables, findings, and strengths and weaknesses. The review employed four

Information from the nigra cells passes through the synapses with the aid of a specific hormone, dopamine, which is a significant chemical transmitter in the brain. Because the existence of dopamine is essential to the function of the substania nigra, it is also essential for the various muscular activities controlled by the striatum, such as walking, balance, etc. (16). In Parkinson's Disease and Huntington's disease the nigra-striatum neural communication assemblage is

Love According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, it defines love as “A feeling of strong or constant affection for a person.” (Love, 2015). In order to have the feeling of other person, we need social connection to support it and it is the foundation of all social activities. How does our brain respond to the love of other person? Will external factors change the way our brain responds to love or do our brain actually ignore these outside things and only focus on the inside activities only? I would

National Parkinson 's Foundation Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the central Nervous system and affects both motor and nonmotor functions. parkinson 's is caused by a chemical imbalance within the brain. The brain produces a neurotransmitter called dopamine in the basal ganglia, which is structures linked to the thalamus in the base of the brain. If the Dopamine, Basal ganglia and Thalamus does not function properly then causes major damage,. A person having less and less dopamine

The current generation of children is completely different than the preceding ones. They are living in the digital age. “Technology has blended in with daily activity to become a way of life and children today take for granted all of which is automated. It is hard for kids nowadays to imagine a world that existed without all of the gadgets, electronics and seamless operations that computer technology provides.” (3) “Children in the United States devote some 40 hours a week to television, video games

The purpose of this paper was to describe the differences in neural activity in the motor circuit on animal subjects with hypo and hyperkinetic disorders. Hyperkinetic disorders are disorders that cause problems with movement initiation and reduce voluntary movements. While hyperkinetic disorders cause too much involuntary movements. There have been many primate models of Parkinson's disease but the one caused by MPTP is the one that is most alike to Parkinson's disease found in humans. Animals that

Is Technology becoming a problem in our lives? This is the story of my nephew, Sebastian, who technology is to blame for his drastic change. He was a very well behaved and respectful kid who I admired so much. He went from being a very active and engaging kid to an isolated zombie who does not want to talk to anybody. Video games through the use of computer and cell phones are believed to be the main reason for his change. Nowadays, we live in a modern world in which technology has blended in

In a concise article, registered pharmacist Thomas Viola presents a description of the effects of Parkinson's Disease on one of his patients. Viola discusses etiology of Parkinson's Disease, progression of the disease, and pharmacological treatment. At the heart of his presentation are specific suggestions for dental professionals working with patients affected by the disease. Parkinson's Disease has a genetic component, which plays a role in the etiology. Environmental factors can too, such as

Introduction of Clinical Question In a normal brain neurons in the substantia nigra produce a chemical called dopamine that acts to control motor functions. In a person with Parkinson’s disease, there is insufficient dopamine and motor symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, problems with balance and bradykinesia can occur. According to the National Parkinson Foundation, four to six million people worldwide are estimated to have Parkinson’s Disease. In the United States alone, the incidence is estimated

There are many herbal treatments available to patients, but few have been used longer than sambucas nigra, otherwise known as elder berry. Well known for its analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, laxative immune boosting qualities, elder berry has been used for multiple health alterations (Ulbricht, Basch, Cheung, Goldberg, Hammerness, Isaac, &...Wortley, 2014). In this paper the background, pharmacology, contraindications, current research and recommendations for use regarding elder