Parkinsons

Parkinson's disease occurs in middle-aged and elderly adults. It is a slow progressive neurological disease. As the disease progresses eating becomes more of a challenge. Swallowing problems become more evident and it places the person at risk of aspiration, dehydration and malnutrition. Suggestions include:

• Proper utensils and positioning for safe eating.
• Finger foods to maintain independence.
• Progressive weakness of muscles with eventual need for a dysphagia texture diet.
• Eventual need for thickened liquids.