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Vincent J. Luvera

Geriatrician

Dr. Vincent Luvera practices Geriatric Medicine in Schenectady, New York. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Luvera works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Vincent J. Luvera
  • Schenectady, New York
  • Accepting new patients

Do I need to adjust my house for mother's Parkinson's disease?

It depends on her degree of disability. Parkinson’s Disease could be mild, moderate, or severe. If she has trouble with walking, then she probably avoid stairs and obstacles. Getting READ MORE
It depends on her degree of disability. Parkinson’s Disease could be mild, moderate, or severe. If she has trouble with walking, then she probably avoid stairs and obstacles. Getting out of a chair can be challenging to some patients. In that case, a motorized recliner could be very helpful to assist getting out of chair. Just follow basic principles. Allow her independence with careful and considerate supervision.