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October 2, 2025Therapeutic Recreation Journal

Balance-Based Recreational Therapy Program: Examining the Association Between Postural Stability and Falls Efficacy in People with Parkinson’s Disease

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SAStephan Manuel AcuñaTPTim PassmoreRHReed Holt

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Overview

Observational analysis shows enhanced balance and perceived confidence in Parkinson's patients, indicating community-based interventions may reduce fall risks.

Key Points

  • Findings suggest a moderate correlation between improved postural stability and higher confidence in balance activities.
  • Assessments showed a significant relationship between balance training outcomes and perceived balance confidence levels.
  • Structured balance training significantly enhances stability and positively influences confidence in functional movements.
  • Results emphasize the importance of recreational therapy interventions in fall prevention strategies for individuals with Parkinson's disease.

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Acuña et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68de5d9c83cbc991d0a202e8https://doi.org/10.18666/trj-2025-v59-i4-12959
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