In this episode, host Parm Padgett is joined by Ryan Duncan to talk about the article Physical Therapy and Deep Brain Stimulation in Parkinson’s Disease: Safety, Feasibility, and Preliminary Efficacy. They discuss the potential impacts of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) on balance and gait in people with Parkinson’s disease and the role physical therapy may have before and after DBS surgery. Dr. Duncan shares the motivation and background of the study as well as its findings. The conversation explores clinical considerations for physical therapists working with people after DBS, the importance of PT involvement throughout the continuum of Parkinson’s disease, and potential directions for future research.
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