Our Approach to Parkinson’s Disease Care
Research and medical improvements are giving new hope to patients and families living with Parkinson’s Disease. The NeuroRehab and Balance Center can help you manage symptoms and maintain your quality of life. We have a team of experts with specialized training, including physical therapists certified in LSVT BIG© and PWR!© therapy and speech language pathologists certified in LSVT LOUD© therapy.
A case manager and exercise physiologist are also available to help you recover.
Occupational Therapists
An occupational therapist can help with
- Daily activities: Your therapist will help you regain the ability to perform daily tasks, such as eating, bathing, and dressing. A driving rehab specialist can help you get back to driving.
- Hand and upper extremity strengthening: With exercises, your therapist will help you recover hand and upper extremity function.
- Safety recommendations: You may benefit from adaptive equipment or home safety modifications. Our therapists can recommend the right equipment for you.
Physical Therapists
A physical therapist can help with
- Strength training: Your therapist can help you build strength, improve your joint flexibility, and postural stability.
- Symptom management: Your therapist can suggest resources and exercises for symptom management.
Speech-Language Pathologists
A speech-language pathologist can help with
- Communication: Your pathologist can practice verbal and non-verbal communication with you.
- Speaking: Through vocal exercises, your pathologist can help you improve the volume of your voice.
