Falls prevention and Parkinson’s
The lack of dopamine levels in the brain means people can have difficulties in controlling their movements and moving freely. Movement slows, muscles stiffen, and posture can change. These changes can lead to challenges with walking, increasing the risk of falling and freezing. Walking (Gait) Gait is used to describe how a person walks and […]
Fact sheet – Walking, freezing and falling in Parkinson’s
Mobility changes are common in Parkinson’s and can increase the risk of falls and injury.