Parkinsons Disease

Exercise Rehabilitation


Head To Toe Therapies exercise rehabilitation treatment for Parkinson’s disease will promote physical function by improving mobility and independence with everyday tasks.

Marcus commonly treats individuals with Parkinson’s disease and helps people to walk better, stay active and manage the risk of falling. Exercise rehabilitation treatment will increase muscle strength, joint flexibility and balance.

Benefits of exercise rehab for Parkinson’s disease include:

  • Improving function – rolling, sitting to stand, walking and dressing.
  • Improving transfers.
  • Keeping muscles strong to maximise mobility.
  • Relaxing rigid muscles and joints.
  • Reduce freezing.
  • Increasing energy levels.
  • Promoting smooth and efficient movement.
  • Improving balance.
  • Reducing the risk of falling.
  • Improving posture.
  • Improve the quality of life.


Marcus will assess you at home or refer you to a Neuro Physiotherapy specialist in Parkinson’s that he works closely with should he feel you would benefit more. The assessment will show how Parkinson’s disease is impacting your everyday function. Treatment goals will then be set with you and those close to you to ensure you reach your maximum physical potential. Treatment will be centred on the following:

  • Active and passive range of movement exercises to increase muscle activity, making transfers and walking easier to achieve.
  • Muscle stretching exercises to keep joints flexible.
  • Exercises to help relax rigid muscles and joints to maintain a good posture and make movements smooth and efficient.
  • Balance training.
  • Activities to improve posture and comfort in lying, sitting and standing.
  • Cueing and movement strategies to reduce the effects of freezing.
  • Advice on aids and adaptations to the home to improve safety.

Specialised neurological physiotherapy treatment will help you live the best life possible by improving your physical function and independence with transfers and mobility.


If you want more information on Exercise Rehabilitation for Parkinson’s disease or to book an appointment, please call 07594 072500 or Press the Book Now tab.

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