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June 20, 2026Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy

Movement Through Time: The Evolution of Treatment for People With Parkinson Disease

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TETerry Ellis

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Special Interest paper demonstrates improved rehabilitation approaches for mobility in Parkinson disease, highlighting proactive strategies.

Key Points

  • The aim is to enhance the evidence base for rehabilitation in Parkinson disease and improve patient mobility outcomes.
  • Summarized historical evidence from 11 randomized controlled trials in 2001 to over 240 today.
  • Discussed complementary intervention approaches including cognitive-behavioral strategies and soft-robotic assistance.
  • Proposed a secondary-prevention model of care starting rehabilitation at diagnosis.
  • Emphasized importance of targeting real-world walking and balance, not just clinic-based functions.
  • Outlined a proactive, lifelong strategy to reduce disability and improve healthspan in Parkinson disease.
  • Highlighted the need for fundamental restructuring of physical therapy practices for better patient outcomes.

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Terry Ellis (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a36306fdb0793dc1a537a1fhttps://doi.org/10.1097/npt.0000000000000566
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