Rehabilitation of Freezing of Gait for People with Parkinson's Disease

DESCRIPTIONFreezing of gait (FOG) of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a complex phenomenon whose pathophysiology remains unknown. It is a common cause of falls, dependence and poor quality of life. This webinar will cover an overview of the FOG, assessment and rehabilitation treatment. We will explore how FOG can be triggered by turning, cognitive and emotional situations and environments. Pharmacological and surgical therapies can help to manage FOG but are limited over time. Rehabilitation strategies are therefore advocated as important adjunct therapies. INSTRUCTORCarla da Silva Batista, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Neurology,Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon LEARNER OUTCOMESUpon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:   Define the types of Freezing of Gait (FOG) Describe objectives measures and different rehabilitation approaches for FOG Apply complex and sensorimotor exercises in rehabilitation protocols for FOG SUCCESSFUL COMPLET