Ibuprofen May Lower Risk of Parkinson's Disease
Study Shows About a One-Third Reduction in Parkinson’s Risk for Regular Ibuprofen Users
How Ibuprofen Might Fight Parkinson’s
Other experts note, however, that a growing
Ibuprofen May Lower Risk of Parkinson's Disease
Study Shows About a One-Third Reduction in Parkinson’s Risk for Regular Ibuprofen Users
How Ibuprofen Might Fight Parkinson’s
Other experts note, however, that a growing body of research supports the idea that ibuprofen may be uniquely protective of brain cells that produce the chemical dopamine.
Loss of those dopamine-producing neurons is thought to cause Parkinson’s, a disorder in which the brain gradually loses its ability to control the body’s movements.
People with Parkinson’s typically experience uncontrollable tremors or trembling in the jaw, face, arms or legs; stiffness; impaired coordination and balance; depression and other mood changes; skin problems; constipation; and trouble sleeping.
“The theory behind the inflammation and Parkinson’s goes back decades,” says Ali Samii, MD, associate professor of neurology at the University of Washington. “It’s biologically plausible. It’s not a very powerful protector, but it does redu