LSVT Programs for Parkinson's Disease
The LSVT programs have been developed and scientifically researched over the past 20 years with funding from the National Institutes of Health.
LSVT® LOUD
LSVT® LOUD is a speech therapy treatment for individuals with Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions. LSVT® LOUD focuses on improving vocal loudness with immediate carryover into daily communication to help patients maintain and/or improve oral communication.
Why LSVT® LOUD?
Fifteen years of research funded by the National Institute of Health (NIH) has demonstrated LSVT® LOUD:
- Improved Loudness
- Improved Speech Intelligibility
- Increased Facial Expression
- Evidence-Based Treatment With Level 1 Efficacy
- All Patients Report Improvement in Ability to Communicate
- 90% of Patients Improve Vocal Loudness From Pre to Post-Treatment
- 80% Maintain Improvements for 12-24 Months
LSVT® LOUD is an intensive program consisting of:
- 16 Sessions: Four Days Per Week for Four Weeks Totaling 16 Sessions.
- Each Session is One Hour.
LSVT® BIG
LSVT® BIG is a research-based exercise approach developed from principles of the effective Parkinson’s specific speech treatment.
Research of LSVT® BIG has documented improved ratings on tests of motor functioning in people with Parkinson's disease following treatment.
Why LSVT® BIG?
Improvements include:
- Faster Walking with Bigger Steps
- Improved Balance
- Increased Trunk Rotation
LSVT® BIG will teach you how to avoid inactivity and keep your movements alive during everyday activities. It will help you participate fully and improve the quality of your life!