Highly Challenging Balance Program Reduces Fall Rate in Parkinson Disease.

CONCLUSIONS: The results of this study show that a theory-based, highly challenging, and progressive exercise program was effective in reducing falls, improving balance, and reducing fear of falling in PD.Video abstract available for more insights from the authors (see Supplemental Digital Content 1, http://links.lww.com/JNPT/A120). PMID: 26655100 [PubMed - in process]

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Source: Physical Therapy - December 16, 2015 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Sparrow D, DeAngelis TR, Hendron K, Thomas CA, Saint-Hilaire M, Ellis T Tags: J Neurol Phys Ther Source Type: research