You are most likely familiar with the research on LSVT LOUD® and LSVT BIG® which has shown both short term and long-term improvements in functional communication, mobility, balance and activities of daily living to name a few. Although the motor symptoms of Parkinson disease (PD) are targeted through the LSVT programs, as LSVT BIG clinicians, we know that we are simultaneously addressing the non-motor symptoms (NMS) as well, which can be barriers to calibration. These NMS include cognitive changes, sensory deficits, anxiety, depression, apathy, fatigue, pain, and sleep. Additionally, the non-motor symptoms of bladder, bowel and sexual dysfunction can commonly occur, but may be less frequently discussed when the person is coming to see us for LSVT BIG.
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Speech treatment for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) was previously unsuccessful. An approach, called LSVT LOUD, was developed in the late 1980s. At that time, LSVT LOUD was substantially different from traditional speech treatment in several ways. This article reviewed the novel concepts of this approach. These included a single focus on vocal loudness, intensive delivery, sensory retraining, and a simple and redundant treatment cue, “speak loud”.
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AOTA Annual Conference in New Orleans, LA AOTA is at the heart of the ever-expanding profession of occupational therapy, bringing companies face-to-face with professionals who fuel the growth of the industry and improve the lives of millions. Make a positive and lasting impression by interacting face-to-face with your targeted market and developing brand recognition among the profession. Visit us at Booth Number 2038 AOTA is the largest gathering of occupational therapy professions–more than 8,000 researchers, practitioners, educators, administrators, and students–and over 375 exhibitors at the 2019 Conference & Expo in New Orleans! What is AOTA? The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is the national professional association established in 1917 to represent the interests and concerns of occupational therapy practitioners and students of occupational therapy and to improve the quality of occupational therapy services. LSVT Global Presentations 2019. Thursday, April 4, 2019 Short Course 103 Nonmotor Features in Parkinson’s Disease (PD): The Role of the OT and Considerations for Treatment Effectiveness Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Location: Conv Center 271-273 Friday, April 5, 2019 Exhibitor Sponsored Seminar The Integral Role of Occupational Therapy in a Parkinson-Specific Rehabilitation Approach Time: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Location: Theater 1
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Connect. Learn. Choose DC! At CSM 2019 in Washington DC, you will find your people and connect with the physical therapy community. With programming designed by all 18 of APTA’s specialty sections, you’ll get the information and tools you need to learn and grow. This year will bring together over 12,000 innovative and dedicated professionals for the largest conference on physical therapy in the country. With programming designed by all 18 of APTA’s specialty sections, you will not want to miss this upbeat conference Come visit us at Booth Number 1751 Click here to learn more about Combined Section Meeting
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Do you provide therapy to people with Parkinson’s? Discover the difference that LSVT BIG® Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy can make.
Please join us for a FREE informational webinar “Improving Mobility and Function in Parkinson’s with LSVT BIG: Evidence-based Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy”
Tuesday, December 4th from 9:00–10:00 a.m. SGT*
NOTE: Date and time is for Kuala Lumpur time zone, MYT/SGT, which is GMT +8:00 hours.
“LSVT BIG renewed my confidence in my body. I now can control the effects that Parkinson’s has on me.”
-Jim, former fighter pilot, now fighter of PD
Interested in Learning how LSVT BIG can help you improve your mobility, balance, walking and more?
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“People noticed that I am more animated in my speech and my husband can hear me now!”
Interested in Learning how LSVT LOUD can help you improve your loudness, voice quality and speech clarity?
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We are physical therapists who have been practicing for over seven years. The LSVT BIG Training and Certification Course was one of the most functional and fulfilling courses we both have ever taken.
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Visit Us at Booth 732 Thursday, November 15, 2018 Presentation: Global Implementation of Efficacious Voice Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease: LSVT LOUD Germany & France Poster Board 148 Time:11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Location: CC/252 AB (Lvl 2) Ask The Experts: Stop by our Show Office in the Exhibition Hall to chat with LSVT Experts About- Practical Implementation Strategies Time: 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM Location: Show Office in the Exhibition Hall Presentation: Integrating Neuroplasticity Principles Into Treatment for Pediatric Motor Speech Disorders: Rationale, Implementation and outcome Data Seminar Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Location: CC/252 AB (Lvl 2) LSVT LOUD Certified Clinician Reception: We have a Clinician Reception Westin Boston Waterfront This is for LSVT Certified Clinicians. Time: 7:30pm- 10:00pm Location/ Building: Westin Room: Marina I Friday, November 16, 2018 Ask The Experts: Stop by our Show Office in the Exhibition Hall to chat with LSVT Experts About- Application to Childhood Dysarthrias Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Show Office in the Exhibition Hall Presentation: Non-motor Features in Parkinson Disease: Role of the Speech-Language Pathologist and Considerations for Treatment Effectiveness Time: 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM Location: CC/252 AB (Lvl 2) Saturday, November 17, 2018 Ask The Experts: Stop by our Show Office in
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