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fkblanco Asked July 2013

Has anyone found a resolution for the head drop that comes with Parkinsons?

I am looking to find out if anyone has done PT or had a custom neck cuff made? Also how has anyone handled the challenge of swallowing?

walt2011 Sep 2013
The Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery has helped my husband with not being able to hold his head up. Before the surgery he would sit in a semi reclined position where his neck was supported and his head would lay against the chair.

walt2011 Sep 2013
My husband has swallowing issues with Parkinson's and has had a swallowing test. When he eats he needs to face straight ahead and not turn his head that helps a lot. I have also noticed that he has difficulty swallowing certain foods like rice, noodles, shredded meats, fresh bread and sometimes chicken. Make sure that a swallowing test is done. There is therapy that can help with this.

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