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Red Light Therapy and PSP

Red Light Therapy and PSP

RLT works by stimulating the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) in cells, which can help improve cellular function and reduce inflammation. This may have benefits for PSP, as inflammation is...

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Red Light Therapy and PSP

RLT works by stimulating the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) in cells, which can help improve cellular function and reduce inflammation. This may have benefits for PSP, as inflammation is...

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Clinical Trials Investigating Potential Treatments for PSP

Clinical Trials Investigating Potential Treatme...

Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare and progressive neurodegenerative disorder for which there is currently no cure. However, there are ongoing clinical trials investigating potential treatments for PSP. These...

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Clinical Trials Investigating Potential Treatme...

Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare and progressive neurodegenerative disorder for which there is currently no cure. However, there are ongoing clinical trials investigating potential treatments for PSP. These...

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Life expectancy for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)

Life expectancy for Progressive Supranuclear Pa...

On average, individuals with PSP live approximately 6 to 10 years after the onset of symptoms. 

Life expectancy for Progressive Supranuclear Pa...

On average, individuals with PSP live approximately 6 to 10 years after the onset of symptoms. 

Swallowing Difficulties with PSP

Swallowing Difficulties with PSP

Here are some interventions that a speech-language pathologist (SLP) may recommend for individuals with PSP who are experiencing swallowing difficulties...

Swallowing Difficulties with PSP

Here are some interventions that a speech-language pathologist (SLP) may recommend for individuals with PSP who are experiencing swallowing difficulties...

Nutrition and PSP

Nutrition and PSP

Eating a well-balanced diet can help maintain overall health and potentially slow the progression of the disease.

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Nutrition and PSP

Eating a well-balanced diet can help maintain overall health and potentially slow the progression of the disease.

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ADEP Assistive Device Exchange Program

ADEP Assistive Device Exchange Program

Assistive Device Exchange Program (ADEP) is an online database where persons may list assistive devices for donation, OR where they may find used assistive devices they need.

ADEP Assistive Device Exchange Program

Assistive Device Exchange Program (ADEP) is an online database where persons may list assistive devices for donation, OR where they may find used assistive devices they need.

Laura Louizos, Blog Author

Laura Louizos is a blogger, advocate, and founder of the Coleen Cunningham Foundation (CCF), raising awareness for atypical Parkinsonism, including PSP. Inspired by her mother’s 2018 PSP diagnosis, Laura shares her caregiver journey—struggles, triumphs, and insights—while offering resources and tips for living with neurodegenerative diseases. Her candid, inspiring blog supports a global community. Passionate and dedicated, Laura amplifies understanding and hope for those affected.

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