Physiotherapy for Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a neurological disorder characterised by slowing of movements due to rigidity of muscles and tremors in hands. These features in turn impair an individual in the way they move and speak.
Medicine and Physiotherapy are important interventions in the control and management of Parkinson’s disease.
How does Physiotherapy help?
Muscle rigidity poses a major functional challenge for individuals afflicted with Parkinson’s disease. The goals of Physiotherapy are to
- Maintain normal Range of Movements in spinal and peripheral joints.
- Improve functional gait and balance through LSVT Big Training Exercises
- Overcome muscle rigidity by maintaining muscle length through relaxation and stretching strategies.
- Maintain muscle power.
- Maintain balance.
- Prevent falls.
- Provide an environment for cognitive well-being.
- Provide home caregiver training
How does Synergy Day Rehabilitation Centre help?
At Synergy Day Rehabilitation Centre, we employ LSVT Big Training and Bobath approaches in the care of individuals affected by Parkinson’s disorder. Physiotherapy sessions are delivered in a spacious and safe environment with our experienced physiotherapists with over two decades of experience in Geriatric and Neurological care combined with evidence based international approaches.
For further information, please write to us at drc@synergyrehab.sg or call us at 97517320