Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition that causes a movement disorder. It is due to loss in nerve cells within the substantia nigra which produces dopamine. Dopamine is a chemical that allows messages to be sent around the brain for co-ordination of movement. 

PD is a progressive neurological condition. There are different types of PD and also people may have a diagnosis of Parkinsonism. At NG Physio we use our specialty to treat the individual's symptoms to achieve their individual goal. 

Some PD symptoms may be freezing during gait, for this we teach compensatory strategies and explore different options to find the best solution for you. We are happy to work alongside the most convenient time for you as most people with PD are better at particular times, such as after medication. PD causes stiffness within joints, we will work together on alignment and working towards better postural awareness to help improve mobility and gait pattern. Alignment and postural awareness will also impact balance which we can progress to specific exercises to continue progress in this area and prevent falls. You may have difficulties with initiation of movement, for this we can provide other strategies in order to help improve this.