Parkinson's Disease

About Parkinson's Disorder Treatment

Parkinson’s disease affects the brain and causes symptoms like tremors, stiffness, and balance issues. It happens when nerve cells that make dopamine, a chemical that helps control movement, start to break down. There is no cure, but treatments like medications, physical therapy, and sometimes surgery can help manage symptoms. With the right care and support, many people with Parkinson’s can live active and meaningful lives.

Our team at Ochsner LSU Health Movement Disorders Program provides expert care for Parkinson's disease across North Louisiana. Our movement disorders neurologists collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including a functional neurosurgeon, physical and occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, social workers, and professionals from other fields. By working together, we delivered individualized treatment plans and empower patients and care partners to achieve a better quality of life while navigating Parkinson's disease.

We understand that a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis can feel overwhelming and difficult to navigate. To support patients and their care partners from the very beginning, we have developed a dedicated Newly Diagnosed Parkinson’s Disease Clinic. Through this program, every patient and care partner are connected with a care navigator who provides education, guidance, and links to available resources, helping them feel informed, supported, and empowered as they move forward.

Featured Parkinson's Disorder Treatments

Whether you require medication, surgery, or physical therapy, we are committed to providing you with the best possible care for your movement disorder. Featured treatments include:

• Deep brain stimulation
  In collaboration with our functional neurosurgeon, Jamie Toms, MD, we offer evaluation and ongoing management of deep brain stimulation therapy for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, dystonia, and others.
  
• Infusion therapies
  We offer advanced infusion (pump-based) therapies for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. These therapies provide continuous medication delivery and can help improve management of symptoms for some patients.