Document Type

Capstone

Abstract

Parkinson's Disease is a common, neurodegenerative condition that can be a disabling, often causing injury and impairing quality of life. The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of the LSVT program by increase safety and decrease falls for clients with Parkinson's Disease. Using the Modified Falls Efficacy Scale, consisting of fourteen occupations performed inside and outside the home rated their confidence levels on a visual 0 analog scale of 0-10. Data was collected from therapists on most used and top five assessments along with the benefits of the MFES when completing the interventions and plan of care. The 0 MFES was distributed to 22 participants. Of those, 14 remained and finished the program :) 3 successfully. The hypothesis was that the participants in the LSVT program who completed it in :) four weeks would improve their overall confidence and safety as well as reduce falls. The 0 results showed a positive correlation in confidence levels; showing a significant increase after performing a regimented exercise for four weeks. The therapist rated their top five assessments used and liked as well as rated on a scale of 0-10 how beneficial using the MFES would be for them in the future. A significant correlation was found with a therapist score rating five and higher in all areas. This establishes the benefits of MFES to assess and recommend a plan of care (POC).

Publication Date

2016

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