Posts Tagged LSVT BIG

Using LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD® to Create Interprofessional Education in Neurologic Rehabilitation for PT, OT and SLP Programs

Click HERE to access the handout If you are a speech-language pathologist, physical therapist, or occupational therapist or assistant and would like a certificate for viewing a public on demand webinar, please follow the below steps: View the webinar in its entirety. Click HERE to complete a survey. LSVT Global will verify your viewing of the webinar and email you a certificate. NOTE: LSVT Global webinars are not state or ASHA-registered for CEUs so you will need to retain your certificate if you would like to self-report your activity. This one-hour webinar will explore how LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD can serve as practical platforms for interprofessional education (IPE) among physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology students. Interprofessional education occurs when two or more professions learn about, from, and with each other to improve collaboration and outcomes, making it a strong fit for team-based learning around people with neurological diagnoses who often benefit from coordinated PT, OT, and SLP care. Using Parkinson’s disease and related neurologic presentations as an example, the session will show faculty how shared case-based learning, observation, simulation, lab activities, and coordinated treatment planning built around LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD can enrich student understanding of collaborative careContinue Reading

From Parkinson’s to Pediatrics: Why a think BIG approach makes sense!

Click HERE to access the handout If you are a speech-language pathologist, physical therapist, or occupational therapist or assistant and would like a certificate for viewing a public on demand webinar, please follow the below steps: View the webinar in its entirety. Click HERE to complete a survey. LSVT Global will verify your viewing of the webinar and email you a certificate. NOTE: LSVT Global webinars are not state or ASHA-registered for CEUs so you will need to retain your certificate if you would like to self-report your activity. While LSVT BIG® was originally developed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease, its core principles may extend to other neurological populations, including children. This webinar explores how LSVT BIG principles - amplitude, effort, repetition, and task-specific practice - can support motor learning and function beyond Parkinson’s disease. Occupational therapist Erica Vitek highlights applications in stroke and Multiple sclerosis and places particular emphasis on pediatrics, using case examples to demonstrate individualized, meaningful treatment and clinical decision-making. Intended Audience: For physical and occupational therapy professionals and students – with or without LSVT BIG certificationContinue Reading

From One Foot Off the Floor to Jumping: One Preschooler’s Journey with LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD

Wesley was four, mostly nonverbal, and just learning to walk. Two summers of LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD® later, his family can’t get him off the stairs or get him to stop talking.

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A Historic Milestone: LSVT BIG® Training in Malaysia

Parkinson’s disease is now the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world, with global cases projected to more than double, from roughly 11.9 million in 2021 to 25.2 million by 2050, and Asia is set to carry the heaviest share of that burden, with the highest prevalence rates of any region. As diagnoses climb across the region, the need for accessible, evidence-based rehabilitation care has never been more urgent.

Because of this growing need, on July 17-18, 2026, for the first time ever, LSVT BIG® Training and Certification was offered in-person in Southeast Asia, and the response exceeded every expectation.

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Remembering Carol Walton, The Parkinson Alliance

Learn more about Carol J Walton and the amazing career she has had in raising awareness of Parkinson’s and tirelessly pursuing raising money for research as CEO of The Parkinson Alliance. We here at LSVT Global have truly enjoyed collaborating with you throughout the years and wish you all the best in your new adventure!

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Beyond Parkinson’s: How LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD Can Help Stroke, MS, Ataxia, and Other Neurological Conditions

Click HERE to access the handout If you are a speech-language pathologist, physical therapist, or occupational therapist or assistant and would like a certificate for viewing a public on demand webinar, please follow the below steps: View the webinar in its entirety. Click HERE to complete a survey. LSVT Global will verify your viewing of the webinar and email you a certificate. NOTE: LSVT Global webinars are not state or ASHA-registered for CEUs so you will need to retain your certificate if you would like to self-report your activity. Learn how LSVT BIG (movement) and LSVT LOUD (voice) may benefit people living with stroke, multiple sclerosis, ataxia, and other neurological conditions. This webinar will explain the core principles of these evidence‑based programs, share what the research suggests, and describe what participation in LSVT BIG or LOUD typically looks like for adults with different diagnoses. We’ll also touch on who may be a good candidate, what to expect during treatment, and how therapists adapt these programs to support everyday movement and communication. Intended Audience: Healthcare professionals, individuals living with neurological conditions and their loved onesContinue Reading

Beyond Parkinson’s: How LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD Can Help Stroke, MS, Ataxia, and Other Neurological Conditions

Learn how LSVT BIG (movement) and LSVT LOUD (voice) may benefit people living with stroke, multiple sclerosis, ataxia, and other neurological conditions. This webinar will explain the core principles of these evidence‑based programs, share what the research suggests, and describe what participation in LSVT BIG or LOUD typically looks like for adults with different diagnoses. We’ll also touch on who may be a good candidate, what to expect during treatment, and how therapists adapt these programs to support everyday movement and communication. Intended Audience: Healthcare professionals, individuals living with neurological conditions and their loved ones

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Finding Parkinson’s Support: Programs, Groups, and Resources for People Living with Parkinson’s and Their Loved Ones

Click HERE to access the handout Click HERE to access Parkinson's Community Resources If you are a speech-language pathologist, physical therapist, or occupational therapist or assistant and would like a certificate for viewing a public on demand webinar, please follow the below steps: View the webinar in its entirety. Click HERE to complete a survey. LSVT Global will verify your viewing of the webinar and email you a certificate. NOTE: LSVT Global webinars are not state or ASHA-registered for CEUs so you will need to retain your certificate if you would like to self-report your activity. Navigating Parkinson’s can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. In recognition of Parkinson’s Awareness Month, this free webinar explores the many ways to connect with programs, groups, and resources designed to support people living with Parkinson’s and those who care about them. Learn how to identify different types of Parkinson’s community groups and programs - from exercise classes to peer meetups, educational sessions, and online platforms. Discover how to choose options that best fit your stage of Parkinson’s, personal interests, and individual needs. We’ll also introduce LSVT Global resources, including the LSVT for LIFE platform, which offers virtual group exercise classes (LOUDContinue Reading

From Couch to Stage: The Proud Parkinson’s Ninja

One year ago, Sean Bulanda was taking roughly 300 steps a day — mostly between the couch and the bathroom. Today, he’s a stand-up comedian, a songwriter, a certified LSVT Big physical therapist, and the founder of a 2,200-member Parkinson’s support group. This is the story of what happened in between.

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