Parkinson's Disease
At On Track Physiotherapy, we specialise in personalised programs designed to help people with Parkinson’s disease manage their symptoms and improve quality of life.
Physiotherapy for Parkinson’s Disease
In Australia alone there are over 150,000 people living with Parkinson’s disease. It is a condition that affects a part of the brain called the substantia niagra that develops dopamine. The lack of dopamine results, in various symptoms unique to Parkinson’s disease such as difficulty with walking and balance, slowness, stiffness, difficulty with hand and finger dexterity, a stooped posture and in some people freezing episodes.
At On Track Physiotherapy, we provide specialised support through targeted strategies and exercises to help you better manage your Parkinson’s disease symptoms to help you stay active, independent, and confident in your movement.
Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with Parkinson’s disease for years, we journey with you and help you each step of the way to remain as independent as possible for as long as possible.
How On Track Physiotherapy can help?
Mobility and Walking
Parkinson’s disease can make your walking slow, shuffly and unbalanced. We use evidence-based exercises and movement strategies to help you take smoother, longer steps and move with more confidence at home and in public.
We also teach techniques to manage freezing episodes, helping you overcome temporary stops in movement and maintain independence in daily life.
Assisting with daily life
Parkinson's disease can often affect many areas of home life such as negotiating small spaces, going through doorways or even walking confidently at the shopping centre.
We can help provide practical strategies for everyday activities, such as turning, reaching, or walking on uneven surfaces. We also partner with other health professionals to help you feel safer at home.
Strength, Balance and Co-ordination
The best way to manage and slow down the progression of Parkinson's disease is through moderate to vigorous exercise. We can provide targeted exercises to improve your movement, strength and endurance.
We can also provide you with targeted hand exercises to help you maintain your hand functiona and independence.
Expert Support for Other Neurodegenerative Conditions
There are a number of other movement disorders that are rare but the On Track Physiotherapy team has experience in treating and assisting with.
If you have Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), Multi-systems Atrophy (MSA), Corticobasal degeneration (CBD), Friedreich’s Ataxia, Dystonia.
We are also experienced in assisting with other neurodegenerative conditions that do not fall within movement disorders, such as Motor neuron disease (MND), Spinocerebellar ataxia (SCA), Muscular dystrophy, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Dementia and Alzheimer’s and many other neurological conditions.
From carer training to customised wheelchair solutions and condition-specific exercise programs, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Physiotherapy helps manage key symptoms such as stiffness, slowness of movement, reduced balance, and walking difficulties. At On Track Physiotherapy, we create tailored programmes that focus on improving mobility, posture, strength, and confidence in everyday activities.
We use evidence-based exercises including gait training, balance work, large-amplitude movements (such as PWR! or LSVT-style techniques), strength conditioning, mobility drills, and functional task practice. All exercises are tailored to your stage of Parkinson’s and your personal goals.
Yes. One of our main goals is reducing fall risk. We assess your balance, walking pattern, and home environment, then design a programme that improves stability, reaction time, and confidence. We also teach strategies to safely manage freezing episodes.
Frequency depends on your symptoms, goals, and progression. Many clients benefit from weekly sessions initially, followed by periodic tune-ups to maintain mobility. We offer ongoing programmes to support long-term independence and slow functional decline.
Yes. We understand that travel can be challenging for some people living with Parkinson’s Disease. On Track Physiotherapy offers home visits and community-based sessions to ensure consistent, accessible therapy wherever you feel most comfortable.
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Phone: (03) 9889 3542
Address: 1367 Toorak Rd, Camberwell 3124
Melbourne
Australia
Fax: (03) 9005 2766
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