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Dear Danny; Your note about your mother has prompted me to write. I understand your desire not to start medications but there are benefits to using them. There comes a time when they do indeed help, provide relief, quality of life and a bit of self respect and dignity for the individual. My father law (72) with Parkinsons for 7 years has gone the 'conventional' route with drugs. He had been failing and then started on Permax - such a difference! Not an overnight change, but a gradual one where he has been able to have the velcro removed from his shoes; he is in the process of cleaning all his windows - actually taking the windows out - and can now get into a car without simply falling into it; he is walking without lurching... A few months ago I was considering velcro shirts and underware; I was setting his place in the dining room with a spoon; he was eating his meals in dishes with straight sides, I was zippering his coat... the list goes on. I know that we will no doubt return to the problems but for now we have bought a bit of time - time that he can spend productively. If medications can improve the quality of your mothers life in any way, then do try it. Perhaps in combination with herbs - anything is worth a try with this condition. I hope this helps you with your decision.