Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, balance, posture and speech. It often carries an emotional toll too: anxiety, depression and social withdrawal are common.
Our team works with patients from the earliest stages onwards, building personalised rehabilitation programmes that slow functional decline, maintain mobility and support the emotional wellbeing of both patient and family. The goal is not just to manage the condition, but to help the person living with it stay as active and independent as possible.
Common signs and symptoms of parkinson's disease
- Tremor, usually starting on one side
- Slowness of movement (bradykinesia)
- Stiffness
- Shuffling walk, freezing and falls
- Soft or slurred speech and swallowing difficulty
- Low mood, anxiety and sleep problems
How we help
Our neurologist and geriatrician guide medical care. Physiotherapy focuses on large, purposeful movements, walking, balance and fall prevention, with cueing strategies to overcome freezing. The speech and language therapist works on voice and swallowing, and the occupational therapist on daily tasks and home safety.
Our psychologist supports both the person with Parkinson's and their family, and our nutritionist advises on diet and timing of meals with medication.
Treatments we use
- Gait, balance and fall-prevention training
- Strength and flexibility exercise
- Cueing strategies for freezing
- Voice and swallowing therapy
- Daily living and home safety advice
- Caregiver training
Recovery and what to expect
Parkinson's is progressive, but regular exercise and therapy can slow functional decline and help people remain independent for longer.
Parkinson's Disease: frequently asked questions
Does exercise help Parkinson's?
Yes. Regular, targeted exercise is one of the most effective ways to maintain walking, balance and independence with Parkinson's.
When should physiotherapy start?
Ideally soon after diagnosis, before problems with walking or balance develop.
Can you help with speech and swallowing?
Yes. Our speech and language therapist provides voice and swallowing therapy for people with Parkinson's.