An intensive, amplitude focused physical and occupational therapy for Parkinson’s, pediatrics, and other populations.
Research on LSVT BIG has documented improved mobility following treatment in:
- Faster walking with bigger steps
- Improved balance and reduced risk of falling
- Increased trunk rotation
- Improvements in activities of daily living such as bed mobility
- Improved UPDRS Motor Score
- Improved multi-tasking with walking
LSVT BIG is a standardized treatment protocol that is customized to the unique goals of each
individual. LSVT BIG can be adapted or progressed to meet each patient’s needs across a range of
disease severity and impairments. The goal of LSVT BIG is to restore normal movement patterns in
everyday activities.
LSVT BIG treatment always consists of:
- Large amplitude exercises for the whole body
- Personalized functional skills practice
- 16 sessions, 4 consecutive days a week for 4 weeks
- 60-minute one-on-one therapy sessions
- Daily home exercise practice
It is essential that LSVT BIG treatment is only delivered by physical and/or occupational therapists who are certified in this method.
Prescription for LSVT BIG therapy should include “PT and/or OT evaluation and treatment”.
- “LSVT BIG” is not required on the prescription but is recommended
- You can locate LSVT Certified Clinicians at www.lsvtglobal.com using the “Find LSVT Clinicians”
button at the top of the page.