Rehab
BH Rehabilitation Institute - Little Rock
General Rehab
Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's Disease is a slowly progressing neurologic disorder.
It is characterized by hand tremors, a reduced ability to change
facial expressions, shuffling walking patterns, forward bending
of the trunk, balance problems, and muscle rigidity and weakness.
At BAPTIST HEALTH Rehabilitation
Institute we believe that although there is currently no
cure for Parkinson's Disease, there are interventions that can prolong
the quality of life for individuals afflicted with this disease.
These interventions include:
- Medication Therapy
- Physical Therapy which addresses ambulation, fall prevention, and
balance control.
- Occupational Therapy which addresses daily living activities such
as cooking, dressing, home making, etc. as well as energy conservation
techniques.
- Speech Language Therapy when speech or swallowing problems are present.
- Psychosocial adjustment counseling.
- Assessment of home equipment needs.
Patient and family education from Rehabilitation Nurses and Therapists.
- Development of home exercise and activity programs.
- Dietary counseling.
- Therapeutic Recreation activities.
- Support groups.
- Resources for home and vehicle modifications.