THE LSVT BIG TREATMENT FOR PARKINSON'S DISEASE PATIENTS

THE LSVT BIG TREATMENT FOR PARKINSON'S DISEASE PATIENTS

Anyone living with Parkinson’s Disease moves differently. Typically, actions can become smaller and slower. With the LSVT (Lee Silverman Voice Treatment) BIG treatment program at Alderwood Physical Therapy, we customize daily exercises and assignments based on the stage or severity of your condition. Treatment works to address small motor tasks (buttoning a shirt) and large motor tasks (getting up from a chair/walking). Treatment is more effective in the early or middle stages of Parkinson’s and can help reduce symptoms associated with progression of the disease.

Explaining the LSVT BIG Treatment Program

LVST BIG incorporates individualized physical therapy for those with Parkinson’s Disease. This is a one-on-one treatment program tailored to each patient’s abilities. Treatments are only administered by LSVT BIG certified clinicians. The program helps patients with Parkinson’s Disease in a holistic way, addressing motor and non-motor symptoms like cognitive and emotional changes.
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Improvements with the LSVT BIG Program

There are many benefits that come with participating in the LSVT BIG Program. The program personalizes whole-body exercises for each person and reteaches patients on how normal body movement should feel. Over time, participants will notice that they move with greater ease and stability. 
Improvements associated with the LSVT BIG program may include the following:
  • Larger Movements
  • Better Balance
  • Bigger Steps
  • Arm Swings
  • Improved Rotation of Trunk
With treatment, we incorporate a progression of repetitive, large amplitude movements movements to help participants improve their balance and movement quality. We will prescribe daily home practices and assignments to help you become more comfortable and confident in your daily movements at home and in the community.

When Should You Start Treatment?

Many patients may not recognize that their movements or posture has changed with Parkinson’s Disease. If you have received a diagnosis, ask your family and friends if they have noticed any changes in your balance or posture.

It is never too early to start treatment after your diagnosis (even if you are currently using medication for your symptoms and feel that they are working). Taking advantage of the LSVT BIG treatment before noticeable changes in posture and movement can help maintain optimal movement. The LSVT BIG treatment protocol can be adapted to meet each individual participants' needs across a wide spectrum of disease progression and associated impairments.

Schedule Your Appointment Today

Ready to begin your treatment? Give us a call at 425-771-9300 to schedule your appointment to restore the movement in your body. We are located in Lynnwood, WA.
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