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FAQ

Can OT help with Parkinson's freezing episodes?

Parkinson's Disease (OT)

Yes. OTs teach external cueing strategies like stepping over a laser line, counting rhythmically, or shifting weight side-to-side before stepping. They also rearrange furniture to reduce doorway bottlenecks where freezing commonly occurs. Studies show cueing strategies reduce freezing-related falls by up to 50%.