Knowing what stage of Parkinson's you're at is something your neurologist determines, usually by observing your symptoms and how they affect your daily life. There are two main tools doctors use to figure this out.
1. The Hoehn and Yahr Scale
This is the most common staging system, with 5 stages:
- Stage 1 – Mild symptoms on Show Full Answer
Knowing what stage of Parkinson's you're at is something your neurologist determines, usually by observing your symptoms and how they affect your daily life. There are two main tools doctors use to figure this out.
1. The Hoehn and Yahr Scale
This is the most common staging system, with 5 stages:
- Stage 1 – Mild symptoms on one side of the body only, minimal impact on daily life
- Stage 2 – Symptoms on both sides, daily tasks take longer but independence is maintained
- Stage 3 – Balance issues become more noticeable, falls are a concern, but most people still live independently
- Stage 4 – Symptoms are more severe, a walker or mobility aid is often needed, and help with daily tasks is usually required
- Stage 5 – The most advanced stage, often requiring a wheelchair and around-the-clock care
2. The Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS)
This tool goes beyond movement and also looks at mood, thinking, memory, and how Parkinson's affects day-to-day life overall. It's worth keeping in mind that Parkinson's affects everyone differently. Two people at the same stage can have very different experiences. The best way to know your current stage is to have an open conversation with your neurologist, and it helps to keep a record of your symptoms — what's changed, when it started, and how it's affecting your daily routine.
October 21
Hi DebMuhame Did your
Neurologist tell you if not when you go back to him ask him he will have a fair idea
All the best 🇮🇪 ☘️
October 21
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