Examples of neurodegenerative diseases include Parkinsonâs, Alzheimerâs, and Huntingtonâs disease. Neurodegenerative diseases are incurable and debilitating conditions that result in progressive degeneration and / or death of nerve cells.
A concrete pier is a foundation element suitable for many types of structures but most commonly used for timber frame post and beam buildings. A concrete pier typically consists of a round or square concrete pillar supported at the bottom by a footer piece which serves to spread the load carried by the pier. The pier is placed or cast with the footer below the frost line and its top end above the ground surface.
A pier-and-beam has floors typically at least a foot or more above the level of the soil around the home, and should have foundation vents around the outside of the home just above the concrete grade beam. You will normally have to walk up several steps to reach floor level in this type of home.