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About one-third of people with Parkinson's disease experience freezing episodes. Freezing episodes are sudden, short, transient blocks of movement that occur primarily with initiating walking, turning, navigating through narrow spaces or approaching obstacles. Freezing can last just a few seconds or up to several minutes. Freezing can limit household and community mobility, increase risk of falling and contribute to reduced socialization and quality of life.
Tips to Put the Freeze on Freezing!
1.. Try another movement - raise an arm, touch your head, point to the ceiling; then restart.
2.. Change direction: If you can't move forward, try stepping sideways and then go forward.
3.. Carry a laser pointer in your pocket; when you freeze, shine the laser in front of your foot and step on the light. This cue can help you restart.
Find more tips on how to put the freeze on freezing.
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