title: Use of Complementary Health Approaches in Individuals With Parkinson's Disease.
abstract: Parkinson's disease (PD) is neurodegenerative and requires ongoing therapy. The purpose of the current study was two-fold: to (a) describe the prevalence, types, and associated factors of complementary health approaches (CHA) used in individuals with PD; and (b) explore reasons for CHA use. A self-administered, cross-sectional survey was used. The response rate was 61.9% (N = 135), and 74.1% of participants used CHA for either PD or general health. The most widely used CHA included exercise, yoga, massage, vitamins, coenzyme Q10, and coconut oil. Higher levels of education and treatment by a movement disorder specialist were significantly related to CHA use. Nurses and other health care professionals may have a role in providing safe care for individuals with PD. Further studies on effectiveness and safety of commonly used CHA are warranted. [Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 43(2), 46-54.].
authors.forename: Ju Young
authors.initials: JY
authors.lastname: Shin
authors.forename: Ryan T
authors.initials: RT
authors.lastname: Pohlig
authors.forename: Barbara
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Habermann
mesh_terms: D000529:Complementary Therapies; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D006801:Humans; D010300:Parkinson Disease / Q000628:therapy*