PARKINSON'S DISEASE
Parkinson's Disease
Are You Struggling With Parkinson's Disease
WE ARE EXPERTS IN MANAGING PATIENTS DIAGNOSED WITH PARKINSON'S DISEASE!
Have you been diagnosed with s stroke? Are you struggling to change positions in bed, sit upright or stand up without help? Do you find your knee tends to buckle when walking? Is your affected foot always slapping the ground when walking? Are you still unable to use your affected hand after the stroke? Our physiotherapists are skilled at complex movements and able to help the brain create pathways for more successful movements.
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Stop struggling with the after effects of your stroke, we at Cogent Physical Rehabilitation Center in Burlington are eager to join you on your road to recovery as soon as possible so you can return to the life you love!
Make an appointment today with a physiotherapist in Burlington at Cogent Rehab to learn more about how we can assist you.
WHAT IS PARKINSON'S DISEASE?
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder and mainly affects parts of the brain that control movement. Cells in the brain (in a place called the substantia nigra) produce an important chemical called dopamine. When you move, dopamine is involved in producing smooth and coordinated movements. Although, most patients experience symptoms between 50 and 60 years of age, some individuals have symptoms at a much younger age (young onset) or at a much older age. ​​
Parkinson’s is often presents with motor (movement-related) symptoms. However some people report other changes called non-motor symptoms and that are often not identified as typical symptoms of Parkinson.
WHAT CAUSES PARKINSON'S DISEASE?
For reasons not fully understand, the cells that produce dopamine stop functioning properly. They don’t make enough dopamine for movements to happen the way they did when there was enough dopamine in the system. Thus, it remains unclear how Parkinson Disease begins.
T Tremors
R Rigidity
A Akinesia
P Postural Instability
MOTOR SYMPOMS OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE
An involuntary trembling or shaking that usually begins in a limb (often a hand or fingers) when it is resting. Present in 70% to 100% of patients.
Is Your Hand Shaking? Does It Seem Like You Are Rolling An Imaginary Pin Between Your Thumb And The Other Fingers?
Stiffness of muscles that may occur in any part of the body. This can be painful and limit range of motion. Present in >90% of patients.
Do You Constantly Experience Stiffness When Moving The Joints Of Your Body In Both Directions?
A dysfunction of voluntary motor control and slow movements or freezing. Present in 80% to 100% of patients.
Are Feeling That Your Movements Are Getting Slow? Are Your Steps Getting Short? Are you Dragging Your Feet When Walking? Is It Difficulty To Get Out of A Chair, A Bed Or Out of The Car?
The inability to maintain equilibrium under dynamic and static conditions such as preparation of movements, perturbations, and standing quietly.
Have You Noticed You Are More Bent Over When Standing? Do You Feel More Unsteady? Have you Been Experiencing More Falls Or Near Falls Recently When Walking ?Â
NON-MOTOR Â SYMPOMS OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE
MOOD, THINKING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL
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Hallucinations​
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Dementia
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Cognitive Impairment
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Apathy
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Delusions
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Impulse Control Disorders
AUTONOMIC DYSFUNCTION
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Bladder Problems​
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Constipation
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Uncontrolled Loss Of Stool
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Bladder Dysfunction
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Sexual Dysfunction
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Orthostatic Hypotension
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Restless Leg Syndrome
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Swollen Legs
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Sweating Excessively
SLEEP ISSUES
SPEECH & SWALLOWING
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Excessive Daytime Sleepiness
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Insomnia
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REM Sleep Behaviour Disorder
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Drooling
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Dry Mouth
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Nausea And Vomiting
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​Changes In Tase And Smell
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Choking And Swallowing Difficulties
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Unexplained Changes In Weight
Physiotherapy Can Help You Manage The Effects of Parkinson's Disease!
Physiotherapy is an important resource to help maintain mobility and balance and prevent or manage pain in Parkinson's disease. They assess, diagnose and treat difficulties with movement and daily function by prescribing therapeutic exercise and customized plans to improve mobility for daily life
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Our Physiotherapists have extensive training in the use of therapeutic exercise, assistive technology and education to help you recover from the physical effects of Parkinson's disease. Research shows that regular exercise can improve many of the physical effects of Parkinson’s including walking, balance, stiffness, tremor, flexibility, and motor coordination. Similarly, studies also show that regular exercise helps with constipation, cognition and managing poor sleep, stress, anxiety, feelings of depression that result from Parkinson's disease.
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At Cogent Physical Rehabilitation Center, our approach to Parkinson's disease is based on disease-specific functional exercise and treatment programs targeting antigravity muscle training, weight shifting, mobilizing the whole spine and facilitating equilibrium reactions to change in posture. These exercises can be practiced in different positions, and get more challenging physically and mentally so that each patient's symptoms are uniquely addressed. Research shows that these movements can help reduce symptoms and rebuild every day function when integrated into daily activities, routines in any setting.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO OBTAIN RELIEF FROM THE PHYSICAL EFFECTS OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE TODAY
Our physiotherapy clinic in Burlington will help you alleviate your pain, regain mobility, improve standing balance, strength and overall function and ensure energy efficient and pain-free movements for return to your pre-stroke life as much as possible.
Schedule an appointment with us today, and we will get book you for a comprehensive assessment and personalized treatment plan.
Visit Our Burlington Physiotherapy Clinic For Relief From Parkinson's Disease!
Your Next Steps...
A Guide To Parkinson's
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Request An Appointment
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Receive A Personalized Treatment Plan
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Work Hard And Progress In Your Recovery
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Recover & Enjoy Life As You Should