Role of physical Therapy

Physical Therapy can help individuals in all stages of Parkinson’s, including their caregivers. Below is a list of areas where physical therapy can help. Also, scroll down to see the video on  ‘the role of physical therapy’

  • Address potential problems before they become real problems

  • Guide you how to walk better

  • Guide you how to perform transfers with less difficulty

  • Guide you how to improve your balance OR compensate for it.

  • Guide Caregivers how they can help with less strain

  • Guide you in an individualized exercise program to reduce problems with functional mobility

  • Offer recommendations regarding community based exercise programs