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Physical Therapy for Parkinson\u2019s Disease: How LSVT BIG Improves Mobility and Quality of Life<\/h1>\n

\nParkinson\u2019s disease<\/strong> affects about one million Americans and approximately 4\u20136 million people worldwide. It is a progressive, neurodegenerative disorder of unknown cause that primarily impacts older adults over the age of 65 \u2014 though early-onset Parkinson\u2019s can occur much earlier, sometimes before the age of 40. The disease is noticeably more common in men than in women.\n<\/p>\n

Understanding Parkinson\u2019s Disease<\/h2>\n

\nAt its core, Parkinson\u2019s involves the gradual depletion of dopaminergic cells<\/strong> in the brain, leading to decreased levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine. This imbalance causes early signs such as periodic hand tremors, shoulder pain (often diagnosed as \u201cfrozen shoulder\u201d), micrographia (small handwriting), reduced arm swing while walking, and frequent tripping due to one foot catching on uneven surfaces.\n<\/p>\n

As the disease progresses, symptoms may include:<\/p>\n