Role of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech Therapy in PD - 2024 PD Education Symposium

Lisa Warren, occupational therapist and rehab manager, talks about the importance of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Speech Therapy in evaluating and treating Parkinson's Disease.

The Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health believes that the best care and treatment for neurological disorders is personalized to the needs of each patient.

When patients visit the Fixel Institute, they can have appointments to not only see their neurologist but also receive physical therapy, occupational therapy, nutritional guidance and more – all in one central location.

Bringing all these specialties together makes the Fixel Institute the best place to take your loved one for care and treatment of Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, Tourette syndrome and tic disorders, ALS, MS, traumatic brain injury, Alzheimer’s disease and more.

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This video is a Must See for understanding what Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Speech Language Therapy is and how it improves your quality of life for those suffering with Parkinson's. Learned so much in each category and how important each specialty working together is. I now understand how they work together for the benefit of the patient. I appreciate the presenter's expertise in this field; yet presented in a way non medical persons can understand. Extremely relatable! Thank you for explaining the importance of social interactions and staying active and busy, and how your experienced staff work with the patients to find their individualized goals. I didn't realize so much can be done without medication for this disease. I will be sending this information to my family and friends afflicted with Parkinson's in hopes they make appointments here! Thanks again Mrs. Warren. Helpful video! 👍