LSVT BIG Therapy for Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s is a chronic, progressive neurodegenerative disease that comes with a variety of motor and non-motor symptoms. LSVT-BIG therapy is a specialized rehabilitation treatment, that consists of 4 sessions per week for a month in which the patient performs exercises based on large movements and functional activities of daily life. It is a progressive process that manage to re-calibrate the perception of movement in the brain.
This technique can improve postural control, coordination, speed, reaction time, functional independence, balance, gait, and dual task performance, reducing the risk of injuries and falls in people with Parkinson’s.
Parkinson’s disease is caused by the death of vital neurons in the brain. It often begins with a barely perceptible tremor in one of the hands, and then spreads to the extremities, jaw and face. It can even cause stiffness in the trunk and limbs, affecting mobility, balance and coordination.
How does LSVT-BIG Therapy for Parkinson’s work?
The LSVT-BIG therapy specializes in the use of big repetitive exercises that recalibrate movement at the brain level and optimize the use of dopamine in the body, improving the speed of movement.
BIG Therapy focuses on improving all movements of daily life, and although it is preferably recommended in early stages, the therapy can be adapted to different phases of the disease. The exercise routine can be performed standing up for the early stages, sitting down for the middle stages and lying down for more advanced stages.
The goals of LSVT-BIG therapy are:
Some of the exercises may include:
This therapy incorporates large functional movements, which should only be administered by a certified therapist, as compared to other conventional training methods, LSVT-BIG uses amplitude as the primary focus.
Benefits of LSVT-BIG Therapy for Parkinson’s Patients
It is essential to perform these routines with the supervision of a professional to avoid injuries.
Patients who have used this therapy can significantly improve their functional mobility and balance. In the long term, the improvements can guarantee better motor function and therefore a better quality of life for those who suffer from the disease.
Multiple clinical studies have shown the benefits of these exercises, as BIG therapy is designed to overcome the amplitude deficits associated with Parkinson’s, improving not only the range of motion but also the patient’s self-perception and mental focus when performing daily activities. Evidence demonstrates improvements in gait speed, limb control, and motor score on the UPRDS Scale.
If you have any questions regarding LSVT-BIG Therapy or Parkinson’s disease in general, do not hesitate to contact our specialists.
Parkinson’s is a chronic, progressive neurodegenerative disease that comes with a variety of motor and non-motor symptoms. LSVT-BIG therapy is a specialized rehabilitation treatment, that consists of 4 sessions per week for a month in which the patient performs exercises based on large movements and functional activities of daily life. It is a progressive process that manage to re-calibrate the perception of movement in the brain.
This technique can improve postural control, coordination, speed, reaction time, functional independence, balance, gait, and dual task performance, reducing the risk of injuries and falls in people with Parkinson’s.
Parkinson’s disease is caused by the death of vital neurons in the brain. It often begins with a barely perceptible tremor in one of the hands, and then spreads to the extremities, jaw and face. It can even cause stiffness in the trunk and limbs, affecting mobility, balance and coordination.
How does LSVT-BIG Therapy for Parkinson’s work?
The LSVT-BIG therapy specializes in the use of big repetitive exercises that recalibrate movement at the brain level and optimize the use of dopamine in the body, improving the speed of movement.
BIG Therapy focuses on improving all movements of daily life, and although it is preferably recommended in early stages, the therapy can be adapted to different phases of the disease. The exercise routine can be performed standing up for the early stages, sitting down for the middle stages and lying down for more advanced stages.
The goals of LSVT-BIG therapy are:
Some of the exercises may include:
This therapy incorporates large functional movements, which should only be administered by a certified therapist, as compared to other conventional training methods, LSVT-BIG uses amplitude as the primary focus.
Benefits of LSVT-BIG Therapy for Parkinson’s Patients
It is essential to perform these routines with the supervision of a professional to avoid injuries.
Patients who have used this therapy can significantly improve their functional mobility and balance. In the long term, the improvements can guarantee better motor function and therefore a better quality of life for those who suffer from the disease.
Multiple clinical studies have shown the benefits of these exercises, as BIG therapy is designed to overcome the amplitude deficits associated with Parkinson’s, improving not only the range of motion but also the patient’s self-perception and mental focus when performing daily activities. Evidence demonstrates improvements in gait speed, limb control, and motor score on the UPRDS Scale.
If you have any questions regarding LSVT-BIG Therapy or Parkinson’s disease in general, do not hesitate to contact our specialists.
