Neurodegenerative diseases are characterized by a progressive decay of neurons that causes partial or complete loss of function of the organs in relation to the affected nerve areas. In common with all neurodegenerative diseases is the chronicity and, for this reason, have a very strong impact on the life not only of those who get sick, but of the entire family.
In these cases the multidisciplinary nature of rehabilitation interventions is fundamental, with protocols and methodologies o maintain as long as possible the functionality and cognitivism of the patient, improve the quality of life and reduce the stress of the caregiver.
The different neurological diseases have different symptoms. Parkinson's disease affects areas of motor control. Alzheimer’s diseaseinitially affects the areas of memory, then extends to almost the entire cerebral cortex. Motor neuron disease or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis involves a progressive paralysis of all voluntary and involuntary muscles.
Parkinson's disease is among the most frequent and, at our center, it’s possible to practice a treatment completely innovative: LSVT LOUD, useful for improving speech.