The hidden impact of pain in Parkinson's disease: exploring the role of pain interference in gait performance.

A study published in Pain Management examined how pain interference — the degree to which pain disrupts daily functioning — affects gait performance in individuals with Parkinson's disease. The research highlights that pain is an underrecognized non-motor symptom in Parkinson's that may meaningfully impair walking ability, a key concern for physical therapists managing this population. Understanding this relationship could inform more comprehensive rehabilitation strategies that address both motor and pain-related factors.

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