How Physiotherapy Helps Parkinson's Disease

Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in managing Parkinson's symptoms and improving quality of life. It focuses on maintaining and enhancing mobility, balance, and functional independence.

Physiotherapy Treatments for Parkinson's Disease

• Gait Training: Exercises to improve walking patterns, stride length, and balance, helping to reduce shuffling and freezing episodes.

• Balance and Postural Training: Exercises to enhance stability and prevent falls, addressing postural instability and balance deficits.

• Strength Training: Exercises to maintain muscle strength and combat rigidity, improving overall mobility.

• Flexibility Exercises: Stretching and range of motion exercises to reduce stiffness and improve flexibility.

• Movement Strategies: Techniques to improve movement initiation and coordination, helping to overcome bradykinesia.

• Functional Training: Activities to improve daily living skills, such as dressing, bathing, and transfers.

• Respiratory Exercises: Breathing exercises to maintain lung function and improve respiratory capacity.

• Education and Support: Providing information on managing symptoms, adapting to changes, and accessing support resources.

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