Parkinson's Education
Trusted INformation for the Parkinson's Journey
Understanding Parkinson’s disease can help individuals and families feel more informed and confident when navigating care, treatment decisions, and daily life.
The Wisconsin Parkinson Association is committed to providing trusted educational resources that help people better understand Parkinson’s disease, available treatment options, and current research efforts.
This page connects you with reliable information and tools designed to support individuals living with Parkinson’s, care partners, and healthcare professionals.
Within each topic below, you will also find links to WPA’s educational PDF library, which includes resources for:
These guides, tip sheets, and educational materials are designed to help individuals and families better understand Parkinson’s and navigate the journey ahead.
Contraindicated Medications in Parkinson’s
Certain medications can worsen Parkinson’s symptoms or interfere with Parkinson’s treatments. Because of this, it is important for individuals living with Parkinson’s and their healthcare providers to be aware of medications that should generally be avoided.
The Wisconsin Parkinson Association provides contraindicated medication cards that help patients, care partners, and healthcare professionals quickly identify medications that may be unsafe for people with Parkinson’s. These cards are helpful to keep with you and share with healthcare providers, hospitals, and pharmacies.
The WPA contraindicated medication card is reviewed annually by the Wisconsin Parkinson Association Medical Advisory Committee to ensure the information reflects current clinical guidance and best practices in Parkinson’s care.
Additional educational materials on medication safety are also available within the WPA PDF library.
Contraindicated Medications for Cognitive Disorders
The Wisconsin Parkinson Association also provides a contraindicated medication card for individuals experiencing memory or cognitive changes. Certain medications have the potential to worsen memory, thinking, and confusion.
A helpful rule of thumb is:
“Anything that can dry your mouth can dry your memory.”
Many medications that cause dry mouth may also interfere with memory and cognitive function.
Parkinson's Treatment Options
There are many treatments available that can help manage Parkinson’s symptoms. Treatment plans often include medications, therapies, medical devices, and lifestyle approaches designed to support mobility, function, and quality of life.
Our Resources page includes a comprehensive list of Parkinson’s treatment options along with links to pharmaceutical manufacturers and additional educational information.
You can also explore related guides and educational materials within the WPA PDF library.
Parkinson's Research
Research continues to play an important role in advancing our understanding of Parkinson’s disease and developing new treatment options.
Many institutions across Wisconsin and the United States are actively conducting clinical research focused on Parkinson’s disease. Individuals interested in learning more about clinical trials and research opportunities can explore these programs through the resources listed below.
Additional educational materials about research and clinical trials can also be found in the WPA PDF library.
Continuing Your Parkinson's Education
WPA also offers a variety of educational programs that help individuals and families stay informed about Parkinson’s care and management.
You may also be interested in:
These programs provide opportunities to learn from experts, explore practical strategies, and connect with the Parkinson’s community.
Questions?
If you have questions about Parkinson’s education or resources, the Wisconsin Parkinson Association is here to help.
Email: mail@wiparkinson.org
Phone: (414) 312-6990