LSVT BIG helps address the sensory disorder by retraining what aspect of the client’s perception?

LSVT BIG specifically aims to improve the way individuals with Parkinson's disease perceive their movements, and a critical aspect of this is helping them to retrain their sense of perceived normal bigness. Individuals with Parkinson's can experience a diminished awareness of how large their movements are, often leading them to make movements that are too small. This phenomenon can contribute to a range of difficulties in daily activities and overall mobility.

The program focuses on enhancing the amplitude of movement through exercises and practice that encourage larger, more exaggerated movements. By training the individual to see and feel their movements as more significant or "bigger" than they currently do, it helps correct this sensory misperception. This retraining fosters a better awareness of body movement and can significantly improve functional outcomes in these patients.

Improving the perception of 'normal bigness' is crucial for enhancing both motor function and quality of life in those affected by these movement disorders, making this aspect the focus of the LSVT BIG approach.