Movement Disorders

A new sense of control

The Movement Disorders Program at Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of patients with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders. Using innovative therapies, we offer patients and their loved ones new hope and an improved quality of life.

The Movement Disorders program welcomes referrals for inpatient and outpatient care at our Pomona campus, as well as for outpatient treatment at our Azusa Center.

Expert care for individuals with movement disorders

Our team of experts works with a range of specialists to provide treatment that is tailored to each patient’s unique needs. We develop a comprehensive, patient-focused course of action that guides them through treatment to education, fitness, and peer support.

Other specialists include:

• Doctors board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation
• Doctors of optometry who specialize in neuro-optometric care and rehabilitation
• Otolaryngologists
• Neuropsychologists
• Neurosurgeons
• Physical therapists certified in Neurology (NCS) and Assistive Technology (ATP)
• PWR! certified therapists, LSVT Big & Loud certified therapists, and Speak Out certified therapists
• Occupational therapists
• Speech-language pathologists
• Certified Adapted Physical Education (CAPE) specialist
• Experienced patient advocate to help navigate authorizations for therapy, wheelchairs, and equipment

More can be done for Parkinson’s disease than ever before

If you’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or another movement disorder, it’s easy to become discouraged. While there currently is no cure, there are new treatments available. At Casa Colina, we’ll explore innovative therapies so you’ll have a brighter outlook and a more fulfilling lifestyle.

Our patients may benefit from a variety of services:

• Comprehensive treatment and specialized care
• Custom orthotics evaluation and training
• Driver evaluation and training overseen by occupational therapists
• Exercise in warm or cool aquatic therapy pools
• Imaging and diagnostic services
• One-on-one and group fitness programs for varying levels of mobility, including exercise groups and boxing class geared exclusively toward individuals with Parkinson’s disease, at both our Pomona and Azusa locations
• Ongoing education and comprehensive wellness program
• Participation in Casa Colina’s Outdoor Adventures and Wheelchair Sports program
• Spasticity program with Botox and other advanced techniques
• State-of-the-art gymnasium and equipment
• Wheelchair and seating evaluations overseen by licensed physical therapists with ATP certification

State-of-the-art technology

Casa Colina provides a range of innovative equipment to help neurological patients return to the highest possible level of function. Our cutting-edge technology and equipment includes:

• Adaptive driving vehicles with specialty controls and driving simulator
• Adaptive phones from the California Telephone Access Program
• Advanced balance assessment technology
• Assistive technology devices to aid mobility-impaired patients at home or work
• Augmentative and communication-assistive devices to help people with speech and language deficits
• Bioness Integrated Therapy System (BITS) to increase peripheral vision, depth perception, awareness, eye-hand coordination, and reaction time
• Bioness H200 electrical stimulation unit for those with limited wrist and hand function
• Bioness L300 lower extremity electrical stimulation neuroprosthesis for walking
• Blind-assistive technology for low vision and neurological impairments
• Body weight-supported gait system to assist persons while walking over ground
• Computerized pressure mapping for safe, comfortable wheelchair seating
• Electrical stimulation therapy for swallowing difficulties
• Electronic gaming systems to encourage balance, coordination, and endurance
• Exoskeleton wearable robotic devices to aid in standing and walking for individuals with lower extremity paralysis or weakness
• Modified Barium Swallow to diagnose swallowing issues
• RTI E-Stim Bike to stimulate the upper and lower body while cycling from a wheelchair
• SMARTfit for improved visual, cognitive, and motor connectivity
• Voice evaluations and videostroboscopy for vocal cord assessments

Take control of your health

Our program will work directly with your referring physician to develop a treatment plan and keep them updated on your progress.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call Outpatient Services at 909/596-7733, ext. 3500 or toll-free 866/724-4127, ext. 3500 or contact us now.