In conjunction with the European Parkinson’s Disease Association (EPDA), we had the pleasure of meeting with Prof. K Ray Chaudhuri to discuss sleep issues among people with Parkinson’s Disease.
The discussion highlights the appropriate diagnosis of sleep disorders, intervention strategies, practical advice for healthcare professionals, patients and caregivers, and the impact of sleep issues on the day to day lives of people with Parkinson’s Disease.
Useful resources:
- Non-Motor Symptoms Questionnaire (NMSQ): MDS NMSQ, Parkinson’s UK NMSQ
- Parkinson’s Disease Sleep Scale (PDSS-2)
Questions:
- How common are sleep issues among people with Parkinson’s disease (PWP)? (0:36)
- What is the impact of these issues on the day to day lives of PWP? (1:46)
- What reasons for sleep issues have been identified among PWP? (4:57)
- What should a healthcare professional look out for when diagnosing sleep issues in a PWP? (7:45)
- When should a healthcare professional consider referring PWP with sleep issues to a mental health professional – or any other specialist? (9:12)
- What medical and surgical interventions may aid sleep in PWP and in whom should these be considered? (11:36)
- What is the most practical or useful sleep advice a health care professional can give to a Person with Parkinson’s? (15:11)
Disclosures: Prof. K Ray Chaudhuri has nothing to disclose in relation to this video.
Support: Interview and filming supported by Touch Medical Media. Interview conducted by Katey Gabrysch.
