Parkinson’s

Overview

Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disorder in which certain nerve cells in the brain gradually stop working or die, especially those that produce the chemical dopamine. As dopamine levels fall, people may develop tremors (shaking), stiffness or rigid muscles, slowness of movement (bradykinesia) and difficulty with balance and coordination. Non-motor symptoms (such as changes in mood, sleep problems and autonomic issues) are also common.

According to Parkinson’s UK, roughly one person every 20 minutes is diagnosed with Parkinson’s in the UK, currently around 166,000 people are living with the condition and this is estimated to rise to around 173,000 by 2030, due to an ageing and growing population.

As Parkinson’s increasingly affects strength, coordination, movement initiation and control, everyday tasks – including toileting and personal hygiene can become much more difficult as the condition progresses.

The individual has Parkinson’s, a progressive neurological condition that causes tremor, stiffness, slowness of movement and postural instability. These symptoms result in increasing difficulty with transfers, balance coordination and fine motor control, making independent toileting and personal hygiene challenging.

Episodes of freezing, fatigue and reduced dexterity make manual wiping and safe transfers unsafe and exhausting. A Closomat Wash and Dry Toilet with a soft seat, integrated fold-down support arms and touch sensitive hand/foot switch will promote independence, maintain hygiene and dignity, and reduce carer input.

As Parkinson’s progresses, the Closomat offers a long-term adaptable solution that can accommodate changes in mobility, allowing continued use with minimal effort or with wheelchair transfer as needed.