Understanding Freezing of Gait (UnFOG)
Have you ever experienced a sudden feeling of being glued to the ground while trying to walk? If you are an individual suffering from Parkinson's disease(PD), you might be familiar with this frustrating sensation known as Freezing of gait (FOG). It's a common disabling motor symptom in PD that can seriously impact your quality of life.
FOG doesn't always happen the same way for everyone. It can show up in different situations and be triggered by various things. By understanding these different triggers, we can classify FOG into specific types, like freezing when trying to start walking, while turning, or freezing in tight spaces like doorways. Why does this matter? Well, personalization of treatment is very important for people with PD. Different types of FOG are associated with different mechanisms, and may be benfited with different treatment. By understanding the specific type of FOG a person experiences, doctors can choose the best treatment option for them. It means better care and improved quality of life for patients dealing with FOG.
The tools we currently have for measuring FOG fall short when it comes to classifying it into different subtypes. While tests like UPDRS, FOGQ and NFOGQ are helpful for screening, they don't record the details about how FOG presents in different situations. The Freezing of Gait Severity Tool does record activities and situations that trigger FOG. However, to really understand FOG and its subtypes, we need a tool that looks at not only physical aspects but also how the brain works in different situations. These tests can help narrow down which parts of the brain might be involved in causing FOG. That’s where UnFOG scale comes into play .
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Understanding Freezing of Gait (UnFOG)
