University
Shawnee State University
Major
Masters OT
Presentation Types
Poster Group Presentation
Keywords:
LSVT BIG®, Parkinson’s disease, sustainability, exercise, occupational performance
Abstract
Introduction: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that results in a deterioration of an individual’s occupational performance. There is limited research regarding the sustainability of occupational performance outcomes following LSVT BIG® participations in individuals with PD. This study aimed to evaluate the occupational performance outcomes following LSVT BIG® and if they are sustained eight weeks after intervention. Methods: The participant completed LSVT BIG® and was evaluated eight weeks following program completion. The outcome measures included the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM), Performance Assessment of Self-Care Skill (PASS), Functional Reach Test (FRT), and Five Times Sit to Stand (FTSTS). Results: The results indicated increased occupational performance that was sustained eight weeks following the intervention. Future research should be conducted utilizing larger sample size and additional assessments to measure objective changes in occupational performance during and following interventions for sustainability over 3-6 months.
Human Subjects
yes
IRB Approval
yes
Recommended Citation
Allen, Sandra, "LSVT BIG® Effects on Occupational Performance Outcomes in People Living with Parkinson’s Disease: A Single-Subject Design Study" (2024). Celebration of Scholarship. 3.
https://digitalcommons.shawnee.edu/cos/2024/tuesday/3
LSVT BIG® Effects on Occupational Performance Outcomes in People Living with Parkinson’s Disease: A Single-Subject Design Study
Introduction: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that results in a deterioration of an individual’s occupational performance. There is limited research regarding the sustainability of occupational performance outcomes following LSVT BIG® participations in individuals with PD. This study aimed to evaluate the occupational performance outcomes following LSVT BIG® and if they are sustained eight weeks after intervention. Methods: The participant completed LSVT BIG® and was evaluated eight weeks following program completion. The outcome measures included the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM), Performance Assessment of Self-Care Skill (PASS), Functional Reach Test (FRT), and Five Times Sit to Stand (FTSTS). Results: The results indicated increased occupational performance that was sustained eight weeks following the intervention. Future research should be conducted utilizing larger sample size and additional assessments to measure objective changes in occupational performance during and following interventions for sustainability over 3-6 months.