Speech and tongue exercise for people living with Parkinson's

Exercise is second only to medications for slowing down the progression of Parkinson's and maintaining balance, mobility and daily living activities.
Exercise increases dopamine production. Thereby improving symptoms such as balance and mobility, as well as depression, constipation, and cognitive skills.
The tongue is a muscle just like your bicep or hamstring muscles. The function of chewing and swallowing involves coordination between your brain, nerves and tongue muscle. Our tongue helps with chewing, swallowing and prevents saliva going into your lungs which can make breathing difficult.
Some of the best benefits of tongue and speech exercises include:
Improved voice projection
Improved ability to socialize with family and friends
Greater levels of independence
Regain lost skills and increase quality of life
For more information call our Specialist Health Care team on 1800 644 189 or visit our website www.parkinsonsnsw.org.au
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