Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a rare neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects movement, balance, and cognitive function. It is characterized by the gradual deterioration of certain brain regions, leading to a variety of symptoms. PSP is often considered an atypical parkinsonian disorder.

The cause, according to mainstream medicine, is unknown. Yet, there are thousands of causes. 

I should know about this condition: My father died from it. Let me tell you more about the symptoms and at the end, dive into my plan for those with PSP, or looking to prevent it. 

Key features of PSP include:

Motor Symptoms

• Bradykinesia (Slowed Movement): Patients with PSP often experience a gradual slowing of voluntary movements.
• Rigidity: Muscle stiffness is a common symptom, similar to what is seen in Parkinson’s disease.
• Postural Instability: Individuals with PSP may have difficulty maintaining their balance and are prone to falls.
• Ocular Motor Dysfunction: PSP is characterized by specific eye movement abnormalities, including difficulty in moving the eyes vertically (vertical supranuclear gaze palsy). This can lead to problems with looking up and down.
• Behavioral and Cognitive Changes
• Individuals with PSP may experience changes in behavior and cognition, including difficulties with attention, planning, and problem-solving.
• Memory impairment may also occur
• Speech and Swallowing Difficulties:
• Speech problems, such as slurred speech or difficulty articulating words, can be present.
• Swallowing difficulties may arise, leading to an increased risk of aspiration pneumonia.
• Emotional and mood changes.
• Depression and apathy are common in individuals with PSP.

The Causes of PSP:

The causes of PSP are the same as the causes of EVERY other medical condition: Violations of Eat Well, Live Well, Think Well. 

So the focus to prevent, slow, stop, and reverse(?) PSP is to not violate these principles. And the principles are the method we use at Natural Heart Doctor. Tons of information on our website or by meeting with our practitioners. 

Natural Treatments:

Here are my best recommendations for natural treatments for PSP. 

1. Eat Well: Plenty of wild seafood, pasture-raised meats, gluten-free and all organic. 
2. Live Well: Sleep, sunshine, movement, avoid toxins (test for mold), chiropractic, and holistic dentistry
3. Think Well: Find your happy
4. Test, Don’t Guess: What are you deficient in? What are toxic in? Start with our Level 2 testing that includes a free review with an NHD coach. 
5. Supplements: Find the abnormalities and supplement to recover. Other ideas include berberine and anything to lower inflammation and bind toxins. 
6. BioHacking: Many ideas here from ozone to hyperbaric to IV therapies to methylene blue and more. 

PSP is a nasty diagnosis. Work with us and let’s see if we can help.