What is FEES and why might I need it?

Sage Outpatient is now offering Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES)!  What is FEES? Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing, or FEES, is a procedure that helps the speech [...]

Exercise and Parkinson’s Disease

Exercise is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle for everyone. Physical activity is even more critical for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Research has shown that consistent [...]

Do I Need a Home Safety Evaluation?

What Is A Home Safety Evaluation? Sage Outpatient’s interdisciplinary therapy team consisting of physical, occupational, speech therapists, and a social worker routinely participate in home [...]

The Importance of Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy is important for individuals of all ages.  April is occupational therapy month, so it is a great time to celebrate the value of occupational therapy! Occupational therapists [...]

What Causes Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects many aspects of a person’s life.  The disease process degenerates individual’s ability to walk, speak, write, and [...]

What Is LSVT LOUD®?

Has your wife been having trouble hearing you lately? Do your friends keep asking you to repeat what you have just said on the phone? Are your kids constantly saying, “Huh?” and “What?” and is it [...]

Free LSVT Wellness Event

Join our LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD® physical, occupational, and speech therapists and check out our evidenced-based exercises for treatment of Parkinson’s disease and our focus on improving [...]

What Is LSVT BIG® and LOUD®?

Individuals living with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions often present with smaller, slower movements and lower volume of speech. The Lee Silverman Voice Treatment, also [...]

Importance of Exercise for Parkinson’s

Exercise is an important part of any healthy lifestyle! For individuals living with Parkinson’s disease, physical activity is essential for optimal balance, mobility, and independence. The [...]

Speech and Voice Changes After Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s Disease can result in weakened or severely impaired control over your speech, but don’t lose hope – there are methods of treatment and therapy that can help you regain your voice. [...]