Distractors
Massage relieves tremors, so it is appropriate only for patients with this sign
Massage should be deep and vigorous to help reset the proprioceptors that communicate with motor centers in the brain for improved function
Massage to the feet improves balance and consequently prevents falls in people with Parkinson’s disease
Key
Massage can help with pain, anxiety, sleep, and other aspects of Parkinson’s disease, but it must be done with respect for medications and other comorbid conditions
Question
What is the best role for massage therapy for a person with Parkinson’s disease, as outlined by author Ruth Werner in her Pathology Perspectives column?