A substance that occurs naturally in cell membranes may fight
symptoms of Parkinson's Disease and help to slow its progression,
medical researchers said Tuesday. A research team from Jefferson
Medical College gave the substance GM1 ganglioside or a placebo to 45
patients with Parkinson's Disease over a 16-week course. Many who
received the drug saw improvement in symptoms such as rigidity and
slowness of movement. Some who have been receiving GM1 treatment for
at least two years have seen improvements continue. GM1 ganglioside
is a normal part of a cell's membrane that helps to control cell
growth, development and healing following injury. See
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