How Fight Parkinson’s helped Wendy through diagnosis
Over a long career in physiotherapy, Wendy supported many patients living with Parkinson’s and had done all the training available to her on the condition. But none of that made her own Parkinson’s diagnosis any easier. “It’s the most badly handled thing I’ve ever come across,” she remembers. “They just gave me my diagnosis, and no one checked in on me […]
Working with your medications, and making medications work for you
One of the first things your neurologist may discuss with you after a Parkinson’s diagnosis is medications, and how they can combat or reduce your symptoms. While medications cannot cure Parkinson’s they are important tools in managing symptoms, alongside other supportive therapies. What medications and dosages are right for you will be determined by your […]
Focused Ultrasound – is it ready for Parkinson’s?
With recent media coverage on the success of the procedure and its approval for use in the United States, Dr Thevathasan is fielding questions from the Parkinson’s community regularly. As excitement and anticipation grows within the community, he is helping provide a realistic understanding of the technology and its potential uses for those living with […]
Physiotherapists and Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s is a complex condition and engaging a multidisciplinary health team can help manage a range of symptoms. One of the specialists you might engage with it a physiotherapist. Physiotherapists use exercise and other forms of physical therapy to help keep people mobile when they are affected by a long-term condition, such as Parkinson’s. It […]
Building your multidisciplinary health team
A multidisciplinary model of care is widely regarded as the best approach for Parkinson’s. These teams bring together health professionals from a variety of medical disciplines to provide coordinated, comprehensive care. The integration of a ParkinsonNet model of care into Australia will further support the development and management of these multidisciplinary teams. While no two […]
Ask The Expert webinar series
This webinar series provides you with the opportunity to hear from, and ask questions of, experts on a variety of topics relating to symptom management, treatment and promising research. Attendence is FREE and is online via Teams. Each webinar is facilitated by Fight Parkinson’s. Thinking, memory and Parkinson’s, with Dr Luke Smith 25 Nov 2025 […]
Fight Parkinson’s-backed research shows improved outcomes using wearable device
Fight Parkinson’s has welcomed publication of a study adding to the body of evidence showing the advantages of using a wearable, continuous objective measurement system to monitor and manage motor symptoms affecting people with Parkinson’s.
Parkinson’s Medication Form
This downloadable Parkinson’s Medication Form helps you record all your prescribed medications, dosages, and schedules, along with any device-assisted therapies such as Duodopa or deep brain stimulation (DBS). It also includes space for important contact details, ensuring hospital staff have accurate information in emergencies or during admissions. Keeping this form in your hospital kit supports […]
Telehealth checklist
Preparing for a telehealth appointment can help you make the most of your time with your healthcare provider. This practical checklist is designed for people with Parkinson’s and their carers. It outlines simple steps to prepare for your appointment, what to have on hand, and how to follow up afterwards.
Fact sheet – Medications and treatments for Parkinson’s
Medications are the mainstay of Parkinson’s treatment and help manage a wide range of symptoms. This fact sheet provides an overview of the key medications used in Parkinson’s and how they work. It includes: Common Parkinson’s medications and what they do Levodopa and dopamine agonists Managing on-off fluctuations and wearing off Side effects and how […]