Dementech Neurosciences

A neurological examination, conducted by a neurologist, involves a thorough evaluation of a patient's brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. Here, Dr Maria Papachatzaki, renowned consultant neurologist at Dementech Neurosciences, explains what to expect.

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological condition caused by a lack of dopamine in the substantia nigra (this is in the mid-brain and is responsible for producing dopamine). Dopamine helps the body to function properly and is responsible for the most important bodily functions such as eating, walking and talking. It’s responsible for movement. A lack of dopamine causes tremors, motor problems and difficulty carrying out basic tasks. Dr Tahira Choudry tells us more about Parkinson’s disease and the different stages involved.