Parkinson's Disease

[ahldee]

My father is 90 and basically healthy. He has a sharp mind and speaks and hears well. His walking gait stride is about one inch. He uses a walker. His balance is bad. A strong wind could blow him over. Lately he falls a lot. His legs just seem to quiver , get jelly-like and he falls. He takes Levadopa and Amantadine. His MD has not suggested seeing a Neurologist. Does anyone have the shakes and falling syndrome? What meds are you taking? I read Levadopa is not the best med for the shakes but I am not a Dr. and must trust his MD's advise. Thanks

[smurf]

get another opinion from a neuro , the MD should welcome your interest

[hersheybar]

hi, i am 59 yrs old. i am currently on amantadine and requip. i fall all the time . i used to fall and hit my head now i just seem to lose my balance when i get up or turn around, but never when i am walking. if anyone has falling down symptoms and can control them with a different type of meds. i would lke your imput