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Parkinson’s exercise program

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Parkinson's Exercise Program: Helping You Move Better and Live Well

Personalised, evidence based Parkinson’s exercise program delivered at home or in clinic by experienced physiotherapists in Melbourne.

Our clinicians create a tailored program to help manage Parkinson’s symptoms and keep you active in daily life.

Sessions focus on balance, gait, strength, posture and cueing strategies to reduce freezing and falls.

We progress exercises safely at your pace, provide a clear home routine, and coordinate with your GP or specialist when needed. You can focus on living well.

  • Assessment and goal setting specific to Parkinson’s

  • High amplitude, task specific exercises and gait training

  • Balance and fall prevention strategies

  • Strength, flexibility and posture work

  • Home program with simple tracking and regular reviews

parkinson's exercise program

What is a Parkinson's Exercise Program?

Our Parkinson’s exercise program provides specialized movement therapy for people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. Sessions focus on
maintaining mobility, reducing symptoms, and improving daily function
through targeted exercises proven to help with PD symptoms.

Care includes amplitude training, dual-task exercises, balance work,
and strength conditioning. Programs are delivered at home, in clinic,
or via telehealth, with progress tracked at every step.

Our team creates personalized exercise plans based on your symptoms,
medication schedule, and movement goals.

Parkinson's Exercise Program

Common Parkinson's Symptoms We Help Manage

Effective Parkinson's Exercise Treatment Techniques

We use evidence-based techniques specifically proven to help with Parkinson’s
symptoms, tailored to your disease stage and daily fluctuations.

Your clinician will explain each exercise clearly, demonstrate proper form,
and adjust intensity based on your medication timing and energy levels.

A detailed evaluation of your movement patterns, symptom presentation, and functional challenges. We assess tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia, and postural
stability, then set realistic goals based on what matters most to you.

Large-amplitude movement exercises scientifically proven to help with PD.
We teach you to make bigger movements, louder voice projection, and more forceful actions to counteract the tendency toward smaller motions.

Exercises combining physical movement with thinking tasks, like walking while counting or carrying objects. This helps manage the difficulty with doing two things at once that's common in Parkinson's.

Parkinson's-specific balance training including weight shifting, turning
strategies, and managing freezing episodes. We teach techniques for getting unstuck and moving safely through doorways and tight spaces.

Targeted stretching and rotation exercises to combat muscle stiffness.
Focus on trunk rotation, neck mobility, and facial exercises to maintain expression and reduce mask-like features.

Practice everyday tasks that become challenging with PD: getting in/out
of bed, standing from chairs, turning in bed, and managing buttons or
writing. We break down complex movements into manageable steps.

Visual, auditory, and tactile cues to improve walking and overcome freezing. Includes metronome training, floor markers, and rhythmic exercises often incorporating music or counting patterns.

Breathing exercises and voice projection training to maintain communication ability. We coordinate with speech therapy when needed for comprehensive care of voice and swallowing changes.

Why Choose Our Parkinson's Program?

Home visits eliminate transport challenges and allow practice in your actual living environment. We coordinate with your neurologist and healthcare team, time sessions around medication schedules, and provide exercises you can safely continue between visits.

Who Can Join Our Program?

Anyone diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, at any stage, can benefit from specialized exercise therapy. Whether newly diagnosed or managing advanced symptoms, we tailor programs to your current abilities and goals. NDIS and private health coverage may apply.

Qualified PD Exercise Specialists

Our physiotherapists have specialized training in neurological conditions and Parkinson's-specific interventions like LSVT BIG. We stay current with PD research and adjust programs based on medication timing and daily symptom fluctuations.

Improving Lives. That's Health Next Door.

We’re here to help you move better with Parkinson’s

Our physiotherapists deliver personalised, evidence based Parkinson’s exercise programs at home or in clinic across Melbourne. We’ll set clear goals, keep your plan simple and support you one to one.

Sessions target balance, gait, strength, posture and cueing strategies to reduce freezing and falls. We review progress regularly and coordinate with your GP or specialist when needed so you can focus on living well.

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What is a Parkinson's Exercise Program?

Specialized physical therapy using exercises proven to help manage Parkinson's symptoms. Includes large-amplitude movements, balance training, and functional practice tailored to PD-specific challenges.

How can exercise help Parkinson's?

- Slow symptom progression and maintain independence longer
- Improve walking speed, stride length, and arm swing
- Reduce freezing episodes and falls
- Enhance voice volume and facial expression
- Build confidence with daily activities
- Combat fatigue and improve mood

Other Benefits of Parkinson's Exercise Program

- Medication works better with regular exercise
- Social connection through group classes (where available)
- Caregiver education and support
strategies - Home modification recommendations for safety
- Connection to PD support networks and resources

When should I start a Parkinson's exercise program?

The best time is immediately after diagnosis, even if symptoms are mild. Research shows early intervention provides the most benefit, but it's never too late to start. People at all stages of PD can improve with appropriate exercise. We adapt programs whether you're newly diagnosed, managing moderate symptoms, or dealing with advanced challenges.