Movement Disorders

Take 5 minutes to catch up on NeurologyLive®'s highlights from the week ending July 11, 2025.

A recent study confirmed ambroxol's safety in Parkinson disease dementia, showing stabilization of neuropsychiatric symptoms but no cognitive improvement.

Exablate Neuro is a noninvasive, MRI-guided focused ultrasound technology designed to treat targeted brain areas without incisions or implanted hardware, offering a lower-risk alternative to traditional surgery.

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Laren Becker, MD, PhD, a physician-scientist at Stanford University, discussed how gastrointestinal dysfunction and peripheral dopaminergic activity impact Parkinson disease treatment and progression.

Continuous subcutaneous apomorphine infusion significantly reduces OFF episodes and enhances ON time in Parkinson's disease patients, improving overall health status.

Research reveals that delayed-release amantadine significantly reduces Parkinson disease symptoms and medication use, offering patients improved quality of life.

A physician assistant specializing in Parkinson disease shared key clinical considerations for selecting and educating patients about on-demand therapies for the movement disorder.

The director of the Movement Disorders Clinic at Houston Methodist Hospital discussed the distinct features, progression, and clinical implications of psychosis in Parkinson disease. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

The movement disorder neurologist at University of Rochester Medical Center outlined a 5-pillar model that emphasized holistic care, patient-centered communication, and proactive support in movement disorders. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

Overviewing the major clinical trial readouts in neurology from the first half of 2025, with data that could reshape patient care.

The professor of psychology at Avila University discussed how cognitive behavioral therapy and social support can help to improve quality of life for individuals with Parkinson disease. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

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The chief program officer at PMD Alliance discussed the value of combining experiential learning and holistic care strategies to support advanced therapeutics in Parkinson disease. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

Test your neurology knowledge with NeurologyLive®'s weekly quiz series, featuring questions on a variety of clinical and historical neurology topics. This week's topic is on the ATMRD Congress.

A recent analysis reveals significant links between sleep, quality of life, and daily activities in patients with Parkinson disease, highlighting benefits of Vyalev treatment.

Daniel Irizarry, MD, a former physician and patient living with PD, discussed how hands-on simulation training could enhance clinician empathy and improve treatment strategies.

Continuous subcutaneous apomorphine infusion enhances confidence and reduces treatment burden for Parkinson's patients, improving daily activity engagement.

Cynthia Fox, PhD, CCC-SLP, CEO and co-founder of LSVT Global, discussed the evolution of rehabilitative therapies in PD and stressed early referrals for speech, physical, and occupational therapy.

The design of a phase 2 study, presented at ATMRD 2025, highlighted the trial’s patient-focused approach, allowing patients with Parkinson disease to complete visits either at home or in a clinic.

The medical advisor at Tactical Medical Solutions shared insights from both clinical and personal perspectives on the importance of empathy and active listening in managing Parkinson disease. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

Skyhawk Therapeutics initiates FALCON-HD trial for SKY-0515, a promising treatment for Huntington disease, aiming to modify disease progression.

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Neurology News Network. for the week ending June 21, 2025. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

Roche advances prasinezumab into phase 3 trials for Parkinson disease, aiming to explore its potential as a disease-modifying treatment.