Specialist in Memory, Parkinson’s disease, Stroke, Dizziness, Falls & Complex Ageing
Specialist in Memory, Parkinson’s disease, Stroke, Dizziness, Falls & Complex Ageing
Dementia: Signs, Diagnosis & Treatment | Sheffield Dementia is not simply forgetfulness or an inevitable consequence of ageing. It is a clinical syndrome caused by diseases that progressively affect memory, thinking, behaviour and the ability to manage everyday life. The…
The most common specific cause of vertigo in older people is benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) — an inner-ear condition that causes brief episodes of spinning, usually triggered by moving the head. NICE recognises BPPV as the most common cause…
Home geriatric assessment Sheffield is often the best way to understand the health problems older adults face in their daily lives. Why clinic assessments sometimes miss the full picture When an older person becomes unwell or begins to struggle at…
What Causes Dizziness in Older Adults? Dizziness in older adults is most commonly caused by inner ear problems, blood pressure drops, medication side effects, heart rhythm issues, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, or age-related balance decline. Often, more than one factor is…
Early signs of Parkinson’s disease can be subtle and easy to dismiss. A slight tremor in one hand, feeling slower than usual, or increasing stiffness may not seem serious at first. But when these symptoms appear, it is natural to…
Early Signs of Dementia Sheffield families should recognise include persistent short-term memory loss, repeated questioning, difficulty managing finances, getting lost in familiar places and noticeable behavioural change. These symptoms are progressive and interfere with daily life. They are not a…