Take back control of your life with the assistance of our LSVT BIG and LOUD® certified therapists. What is LSVT BIG and LOUD®? Can it help me or my loved one? Is it a permanent fix? What is the cost?  Let's address these questions.

What is LSVT BIG®?

LSVT BIG® trains people that have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease to move more normally.  Since people living with PD usually move differently and have difficulty with movements getting slower and smaller.  Some common issues you may feel:

• Tremors
• Shaking
• Slow movements
• Poor posture
• Rigid and stiff muscles and joints
• Loss of automatic movements
• Not swinging one arm when walking

LSVT BIG® is an exercise program that effectively trains your body to improve movement through large amplitude training.  You will notice a huge difference with:

• Getting up from a chair
• Walking across the room without a loss of balance
• Using your utensils 
• Buttoning a shirt 
• Posture
• Grooming
• Handwriting
• And many other motions you perform daily

LSVT BIG® is personalized to an individual's needs which means you can experience success no matter if you have early onset PD, late stage PD or anything in between.  Treatment is ALWAYS most effective when you start in the early and middle stage of the disease which significantly slows progression of PD. LSVT BIG® can produce tremendous results for you or a loved one with PD and the earlier you start the better. 

What is LSVT LOUD®?

“LSVT LOUD® is an effective speech treatment for people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and other neurological conditions.  Named for Mrs. Lee Silverman (Lee Silverman Voice Treatment), a woman living with PD, it was developed by Dr. Lorraine Ramig and has been scientifically studied for over 25 years with support from the National Institute for Deafness and other Communication Disorders within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and other funding organizations.” - LSVT® Global 

LSVT LOUD® is a highly effective treatment for people with PD.  LSVT LOUD® trains people to use their voice at a normal loudness while speaking.  This can be in the home, in public, at work or anywhere a person may need to be heard or have a change in voice volume. You will notice an improvement in:

• Volume
• Pitch
• Loudness
• Tone
• Swallowing
• Drooling

While it is never too late to begin LSVT LOUD® training the best results are seen when you start at the first sign of symptoms.  Having your voice back provides you the freedom to communicate effectively, efficiently and confidently.

Is it a permanent fix?

Unfortunately there is no cure for PD at this time.  However, through medical management with your neurologist and physical management with your LSVT® certified clinicians, a more normal life is possible.  You will be given the skills, tools and resources to live the highest quality of life possible.

What is the cost?

At Unified Rehabilitation we accept most insurances including Medicare which may cover most or all of the cost.

We offer wellness programs, group fitness classes and support groups after your medically necessary treatment portion is complete.  

What’s Next?

We are here to help you ensure success with PD management to live a full and happy life, but you must start today with the right professionals.

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