Parkinson's Rehabilitation

Occupational therapists help you learn easier ways to do activities of daily living. They may address everything from dressing and eating to using a computer, doing your job or participating in leisure activities.

Many daily tasks require the use of your hands. So, improving hand coordination is often a focus of therapy. Occupational therapists build on your strengths and help you learn the best ways to adapt your activity or environment to find success.

Physical therapists work to enhance your ability to move—and keep you moving as long as possible. They teach you exercises that are best for you and that may slow mobility declines. They can also provide gait and balance training, help with walking and treatment for pain.

Because you’re at risk for falling with Parkinson’s disease, therapists provide fall prevention tips and safety advice. And they can help you learn better ways to accomplish physical tasks that may be hard for you, like climbing stairs.

Speech changes are common in people with Parkinson’s disease. Speech therapists can teach you ways to improve the quality of your speech, so it’s easier to communicate. They can also help with swallowing difficulties.