Parkinson's and movement
Parkinson's disease affects movement, balance and confidence, and these challenges tend to change over time. Physiotherapy is an important part of managing the condition, helping people stay as mobile, safe and independent as possible.
How physiotherapy helps
A physiotherapist tailors a program to your individual symptoms and goals, and adapts it as your needs change.
- Exercises to maintain movement and flexibility
- Balance training to reduce falls risk
- Strategies for walking and turning safely
- Strength and posture work
- Techniques to manage freezing and initiation
- Support for confidence and daily activities
The benefit of home-based care
Practising in your own home means strategies can be applied directly to your everyday movements and spaces. Home visit physiotherapy also removes the stress of travel, and lets families and carers be involved. Many people with Parkinson's access this support through the NDIS or a Home Care Package.