Parkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. It is usually characterized by resting tremors as well as slowing of movement and movement initiation. In the early stages of Parkinson’s disease, your face may show little or no expression. Your arms may not swing when you walk. Your speech may become soft or slurred. Parkinson’s disease symptoms worsen as your condition progresses over time.
How Physical Therapy Helps Parkinson’s Disease
Physical Therapy treatment can improve movement, coordination, and tremors. The therapists at Catalyst Physical Therapy are also trained in the LSVT BIG exercises.
Our physical therapists utilize a variety of modalities to help improve some of the symptoms caused by Parkinson’s Disease. Proprioception therapy can help your brain connect to your body and improve your brain’s ability to understand where it is within space. Manual therapy, like neural mobilization, can improve mobility. Cupping can improve blood flow and release some of the tension in your muscles.
For more information about how Catalyst Physical Therapy can help you, contact us today!
