Parkinson's Disease
Vicky can offer a comprehensive level of support for people with Parkinson’s Disease.
This could be ::
- a quick MOT
- an intensive programme of rehabilitation (LSVTBig)
- advice as to how to optimise what you are already doing
- regular exercise classes where progress can be monitored
Call and arrange an initial consultation to see what is best for you.
Vicky is PD Warrior trained and certified to deliver LSVT BIG. She is experienced in helping to maximise movement at all stages of PD.
LSVT BIG Treatment
Many people with Parkinson’s Disease may have heard of LSVT. It a therapy approach to combat the smallness of movement that occurs in Parkinson’s.
It helps people with Parkinson’s Disease to regain ::
:: Big movements
:: Big voice
:: Thinking BIG
The programme is delivered 1:1 with a certified therapist and requires intensive practice at home to maximise effects. The effects, however, are significant and many research studies support the use of this therapy.
There are many great videos on YouTube demonstrating the effects of LSVT BIG ::
think BIG ! - how I fight Parkinson´s with LSVT BIG
LSVT BIG: Patients before and after
LSVT BIG is an exercise programme and so as well as maintaining bigger movement you get all the other beneficial effects of exercise, such as less pain, more strength, positive endorphins, and better retention of cognitive ability. Effects have been shown to be maintained for up to 2 years following LSVT.
Who is LSVT for?
LSVT is appropriate at any stage of Parkinson’s. It is never too early to undertake LSVT BIG and studies have demonstrated there may be a protective effect from starting early. It is an intensive programme and requires commitment to undertake. So you need to feel ready to invest a month of time to therapy.
How is LSVT delivered?
LSVT is delivered as sixteen 1:1 sessions over a four week period. That is 4 sessions of 1 hour each week for 4 weeks.
Vicky offers LSVT in clinic or as a home based therapy in the Nottingamshire/Derbyshire/Leicestershire area.
Costs ::
Clinic based (in Beeston Clinic): £495
Home based (within a 10 mile radius): £595
Price includes:
:: Initial 1.5 hour assessment,
:: 16 therapy sessions over a 4 week period, and
:: Follow up visit 2 weeks after the end of the programme.
