Physical therapy and deep brain stimulation in Parkinson’s Disease: protocol for a pilot randomized controlled trial

Physical therapy and deep brain stimulation in Parkinson’s Disease: protocol for a pilot randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Subthalamic nucleus deep brain stimulation (STN-DBS) reduces tremor, muscle stiffness, and bradykinesia in people with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Walking speed, known to be reduced in PD, typically improves after surgery; however, other important aspects of gait may not improve. F...

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Main Authors: Ryan P. Duncan, Linda R. Van Dillen, Jane M. Garbutt, Gammon M. Earhart, Joel S. Perlmutter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-02-01
Series:Pilot and Feasibility Studies
Subjects:
Parkinson’s disease
Deep brain stimulation
Physical therapy
Balance
Gait
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40814-018-0243-2

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