Parkinson's Therapy

Aurora BayCare Medical Center offers a comprehensive Parkinson’s therapy program to help you manage movement and voice challenges. We provide strategies and tips for staying as safe, mobile and independent as possible.

Parkinson’s Disease Therapy: Why Choose Aurora BayCare Medical Center

Highlights of our therapy and rehabilitation program for Parkinson’s disease include:

• Skilled team: Specially trained physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists focus on the unique needs of people living with Parkinson’s disease. You receive care from experts who understand the disease and how it can affect your life.
• Coordinated care: Your therapy team works closely with your referring primary care provider or neurologist. This cooperation ensures that your rehabilitation plan aligns with your overall medical treatment plan.
• Research and expertise: Aurora BayCare’s neuroscience department features a robust movement disorders program with a special focus on Parkinson’s disease. Providers at the forefront of research and clinical trials bring you the latest treatment techniques.
• Individualized attention: You need support and attentive care as you manage Parkinson’s disease. That’s why our rehabilitation program features both one-on-one therapy and group exercise classes. You connect with others while working toward your personal goals.

In addition, we offer a Parkinson's support group that meets from 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month via Zoom. The group offers emotional support, education and resources tailored to both you and your caregivers. Call 920-288-4700 for more information. 

Our Services for Parkinson’s Therapy

To maximize your independence and safety, our therapists may recommend a combination of treatments. Our team offers:

• Adaptive equipment: We work with your prescribing provider to make sure you get the assistive devices you need at home and work. Therapists show you how to safely use equipment, such as walkers or dressing aids.
• Group exercise classes: Our Mobile and Fit Parkinson’s exercise class targets movement challenges with the goal of reducing falls, improving function and enhancing quality of life.
• Occupational therapy: Therapists help you perform daily tasks as you manage Parkinson’s. We discuss the activities that are most important to you and provide strategies for completing them as safely and independently as possible.
• Physical therapy: Therapists offer LSVT BIG® to help with movement challenges related to Parkinson’s. We show you techniques for improving strength and stability and adjusting the speed and range of your movements.
• Speech-language therapy: Specialized programs such as Lee Silverman Voice Therapy (LSVT) LOUD® and SPEAK OUT!™ help you project your voice and improve communication skills. Learn more about speech therapy.

Conditions We Treat

Parkinson’s therapy can help with some common challenges of the disease, including:

• Balance problems
• Loss of coordination or motor skills
• Slow or small body movements
• Soft speech
• Stiffness in the legs or arms
• Tremors

Benefits of Parkinson’s Rehabilitation

Depending on your functional needs, Parkinson’s rehabilitation can help you:

• Enhance memory and thinking skills
• Improve posture, strength, flexibility and general fitness
• Maintain your ability to perform daily activities
• Manage side effects of medication, surgery or other treatments
• Overcome voice and speech difficulties
• Prevent falls
• Stay independent as long as possible