Everyone should see a Parkinson's nurse at least annually to supplement the visits to your neurologist as they look at different aspects of your care. Parkinson's nurses are general nurses with specialist experience, knowledge, and skills in Parkinson's.  They play a vital role in caring for people with the condition, as well as offering information and advice to families of people with Parkinson's.

 

A large part of the role is helping people to manage their medication, so they get the best results and fewer side effects.  They can make referrals to other professionals such as speech and language therapists and physiotherapists.  Contact your GP or your neurologist if you do not already see a Parkinson’s nurse.