The LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD® Programs
Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) programs are designed for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) or other conditions that affect speech and movement.
There are two distinct LSVT therapy programs — LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD®. The therapy is most effective when started early; however, patients can benefit from the program at nearly any stage. This program is delivered by Ridgeview’s Rehab team who has occupational and speech therapists with special certification in these methods.
About LSVT BIG®
LSVT BIG focuses on improving mobility and function with every day tasks and is customized to the specific and unique goals of each patient. At Ridgeview, this method is delivered by occupational therapists who are certified in the LSVT BIG method.
Outcomes of LSVT BIG include:
- Faster walking with bigger steps
- Improved balance and reduced risk of falling
- Increased trunk rotation
- Improvements in activities of daily living, such as bed mobility
- Improved Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) Motor Score
- Improved multitasking when walking
About LSVT LOUD®
LSVT LOUD is a speech therapy program delivered by speech-language pathologists who are certified in the LSVT LOUD method.
Outcomes of LSVT LOUD include:
- Increased vocal loudness
- Improved articulation and speech intelligibility
- Improved intonation
- Improvements in facial expression
- Changes in neural functioning related to voice and speech
What to Expect
LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD each include:
- 16 total sessions, four consecutive days a week for four weeks
- 60-minute one-on-one therapy sessions
- Daily homework/exercise practice
- Personalized activities and goals
