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Vision Rehabilitation Therapy for Parkinsons
Vision Rehabilitation Therapy for Parkinsons
Vision Rehabilitation Therapy for Parkinsons
Wednesday 18th January 2012
Discover how vision therapy can help Parkinson's patients improve posture, balance, and gait in this episode with Dr. Janet Kohtz.
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Get the buttons here!Seeing the Future: How Vision Therapy is Changing Parkinson’s Treatment
Well, the temporal lobe in the brain has to do with object identification and motion processing. One of the problems has to do with locomotion.
What if something as simple as a pair of glasses could change the life of someone with Parkinson's? In this enlightening episode of 'Pathways to Parkinson's Relief', Dr. Janet Kohtz, a Neuro Optometrist, dives into the world of neuro-rehabilitation therapy and its surprising benefits for Parkinson's patients. She explains how specialized glasses and therapy can adjust posture, balance, and gait, potentially freeing individuals from the need for walkers. Dr.
Kohtz sheds light on the critical connection between vision and the brain, particularly how it affects the vestibular system responsible for spatial awareness. This episode is a treasure trove of practical tips, including a simple visual field test that families can use to detect peripheral vision loss. Dr. Kohtz also discusses the importance of specialized eye exams for detecting Parkinson's symptoms and other conditions like glaucoma and cataracts.
With her expert insights, this episode offers hope and practical advice for those navigating the challenges of Parkinson's disease.