Practical Resources for Physitherapists
April 11, 2025
Today, we’re highlighting practical resources for physiotherapists working with older adults living with Parkinson’s. Topics include:
The importance of exercise
Podcasts and online courses
Fall rehab strategies
Cueing techniques
Atypical Parkinsonism insights
Let’s continue supporting people living with Parkinson’s through evidence-informed care.
World Parkinson’s Day: Resources for Physiotherapists Working with Older Adults Living with Parkinson’s
April 11 is World Parkinson’s Day, and we’re commemorating the occasion by sharing a series of evidence-informed resources for physiotherapists working with older people living with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Whether you’re looking for lectures, podcasts, courses, or key research, we’ve gathered it all here in one easy-access page.
Why This Matters
Physiotherapists play a critical role in supporting mobility, function, and quality of life in people with Parkinson’s. Staying up to date on the latest best practices is essential — and these resources will help.
Watch & Learn
The Importance of Exercise for People with Parkinson’s
Presented by @julie_physio, this talk highlights the essential role of exercise in managing Parkinson’s symptoms and promoting well-being.
World Parkinson’s Day: Resources for Physiotherapists Working with Older Adults Living with Parkinson’s
April 11 is World Parkinson’s Day, and we’re commemorating the occasion by sharing a series of evidence-informed resources for physiotherapists working with older people living with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Whether you’re looking for lectures, podcasts, courses, or key research, we’ve gathered it all here in one easy-access page.
Why This Matters
Physiotherapists play a critical role in supporting mobility, function, and quality of life in people with Parkinson’s. Staying up to date on the latest best practices is essential — and these resources will help.
Watch & Learn
The Importance of Exercise for People with Parkinson’s
Presented by @julie_physio, this talk highlights the essential role of exercise in managing Parkinson’s symptoms and promoting well-being.
Watch here
What Type of Exercise Is Best for People with PD?
In this insightful talk, Prof. Bas Bloem explores different exercise modalities and their impact on people living with PD.
Prefer to Listen?
Parkinson.org Podcast: Exercise and Parkinson’s
This podcast episode from the Parkinson’s Foundation discusses how and why exercise should be a core component of PD care.
Courses & Training
Online Course: Managing Bone Health & Fracture Risk
Hosted by Parkinson’s UK, this course explores how to manage bone health in people with Parkinson’s, a vital but often overlooked topic.
Explore the course
Research Highlights
Falls Rehabilitation Should Be Multidimensional
This study emphasizes the importance of multidimensional approaches to falls rehab in PD, combining balance, strength, cueing, and environment modification.
Read the article
Cueing Strategies to Improve Movement
Structured implementation of cueing — particularly auditory — can support functional improvements in PD.
Read the article
Working with Atypical Parkinsonism
This research article explores the unique challenges and strategies for treating people with atypical Parkinson’s syndromes.
Read the article
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re just beginning to work with people living with Parkinson’s or are a seasoned clinician, we hope these resources will expand your understanding and support best-practice care.
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