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Physiotherapy for Parkinson’s helps improve daily activities through exercises and expert guidance.
Although there is currently no cure for Parkinson’s disease, medications prescribed by a neurologist can slow the progression of the disease. These medications help you continue performing certain daily tasks more effectively.
To make the most of this, physiotherapy can play a key role for people with Parkinson’s. It helps them continue to perform movements as well as possible, even if some things have changed. Think of activities like walking, exercising, cycling, getting up, or turning over in bed. Through specific exercises, we help you maintain your independence as much as possible. In our training and rehabilitation space, these exercises may include balance training, gait training, and functional strength exercises.
“I really benefit from physiotherapy. It helps me stay more active throughout the day. I do not always enjoy going to physio every week, but I am always glad I went — I feel fitter afterwards. So, keep moving and stay active in your daily life,”
says Anne Duquesnoy.
These subjective experiences also supported by research from Radboud University. They published a study in The Lancet Neurology, providing evidence that patients with Parkinson’s benefit from physiotherapy.
Treating people with Parkinson’s does require specific expertise.
That is why many of our physiotherapists are affiliated with ParkinsonNet Netherlands, a national network of specialized Parkinson’s care providers.
Have a question?
Check our FAQ – you’ll quickly find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
In principle, you can go to the physiotherapist for all types of pain in the movable parts of the body. Depending on whether the pain is in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons, or in the harder parts of the body such as your spine or joints, it determines which therapist you should visit.
Read moreIf you have a complaint related to the musculoskeletal system that you believe a physiotherapist can help with, in most cases, you do not need a referral for physiotherapy. This applies regardless of whether the complaint concerns your muscles, joints, tendons, or ligaments.
Exceptions for a Physiotherapy Referral
Of course, there are exceptions where a referral for physiotherapy will required. This concerns chronic conditions that listed by the government. This list has created because chronic conditions often (partially) covered by the basic insurance.
When You’re Uncertain Whether You Need a Referral for Physiotherapy
If you are not sure whether you need a referral, the physiotherapist or our central office can always provide you with more information. Additionally, your health insurance policy will indicate whether a referral from your general practitioner or medical specialist is necessary for physiotherapy.
The cost of physiotherapy depends on how you are insured. If you are not insured for physiotherapy, you can view the rates in our pricing overview at the bottom of this page.
If you have additional insurance, it will always used first. If it fully used up or the coverage is insufficient, you will receive an invoice for your treatments.
Read moreYou can make an appointment by phone from Monday till Thursday between 7 a.m. and 8 p.m. and on Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
