Holistic care for mobility disorders

Parkinson’s Disease & Atypical Parkinsonian Syndromes

Parkinson’s disease and atypical parkinsonian syndromes are chronic neurological diseases that mainly affect mobility, as well as many other functions that determine everyday activities. Over time, symptoms, can make simple activities, such as walking, balance or coordination of movements, difficult.

Symptoms that affect everyday life

These diseases are characterized by motor and non-motor symptoms, which vary in intensity and pattern from one person to another.

Motor symptoms

  • Tremor (shaking) in the upper or lower extremities, jaw or face
  • Stiffness and rigidity, with resistance to movement
  • Movements in slow motion, which makes simple daily activities difficult
  • Gait, balance and coordination disorders

Non-motor symptoms

  • Disorders of the Autonomous nervous system
  • Orthocystic / Urinary tract disorders
  • Fatigue, decreased endurance and sleep disorders

Rehabilitation which supports autonomy

At Diaplasis Rehabilitation Center, in Kalamata, we implement personalized rehabilitation programs for people with Parkinson’s Disease and other atypical Parkinson’s syndromes, based upon modern scientific guidelines.

Our goal is to support the patient with safety, continuity and humane care, so that they remain as active, functional and independent as possible.

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Goals of rehabilitation in Parkinson’s disease

Rehabilitation plays a crucial role, as it substantially contributes to the overall improvement of life quality.
Therapeutic intervention at Diaplasis adapts to the stage of the disease and the needs of each patient, essentially contributing to:

  • improve gait and balance
  • improve coordination of movements
  • increase cardiopulmonary endurance
  • maintain functional capacity
  • reduce risk of falls

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Rehabilitation is adjusted and may offer great advantages to each stage of the disease.

Rehabilitation does not cure the disease, but it helps to slow down functional decline and maintain patient’s  autonomy.

The frequency is determined by individual factors, depending on the needs and overall condition of the patient.

Yes. Providing information and support to caregivers, is especially important.