A Multifactorial Approach to Parkinsons’ Disease Recovery
At Asara Physical Therapy and Balance Clinic, our Parkinson’s Recovery Program is designed to address the diverse challenges faced by individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD) through a comprehensive, evidence-based approach. This multifactorial program integrates physical, functional, and cognitive strategies to improve overall quality of life and maximize independence.
Program Objectives
- Improve motor function and reduce bradykinesia.
- Enhance gait mechanics, balance, and postural stability.
- Address non-motor symptoms such as fatigue and cognitive decline.
- Increase confidence in performing activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Reduce the risk of falls and associated injuries.
Key Components
Intensive Physical Therapy
- LSVT BIG Approach: High-amplitude, repetitive movements to recalibrate motor function and improve movement quality.
- Postural Stability and Strength Training: Emphasizing enhanced posture, muscle stability, and endurance development.
- Flexibility and Range of Motion Exercises: Address rigidity and improve joint mobility.
Visual Vestibular Rehabilitation
Visual-vestibular rehabilitation is a targeted intervention designed to address the unique challenges, particularly in managing gaze stability, postural control, and balance. Impaired sensory integration between the visual, vestibular, and somatosensory systems is common in PD, contributing to difficulties with spatial orientation, mobility, and fall risk.
Gait and Balance Training
- Treadmill Training with Visual and Auditory Cues: Enhances cadence, stride length, and gait symmetry.
- Body Weight Support Training System: Facilitates safe, progressive ambulation for early weight-bearing.
- Dynamic Balance Exercises include obstacle navigation, multi-directional stepping, and perturbation training.
- Reactive Training: Utilizing interactive smart flash technology to enhance reaction time and agility.
Cognitive and Functional Integration
Dual-Task Training: Combines cognitive challenges with physical activities to simulate real-life tasks
Memory and Focus Enhancement Exercises: Helps mitigate cognitive decline and improve multitasking capabilities
Collaborative Care
Collaboration with neurologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and dieticians for a holistic approach.