Parkinson’s disease affects more families in Spain each year. The Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN) estimates around 10,000 new diagnoses annually, with roughly 150,000 people currently affected, and it notes that prevalence has doubled over the last 25 years.

Medication supports symptoms, but targeted movement practice often decides how confidently you manage day to day. Our physiotherapists at CostaSpine help you build that practice into a clear, personalised plan at our Aloha and Guadalmina clinics in Marbella.

What Parkinson’s can change

You might notice: 

• slower movement, stiffness, or tremor
• smaller steps, shuffling, or “freezing” when you start walking or turn
• reduced balance and a higher fall risk
• fatigue and reduced stamina

 

These changes often build gradually, so early action stays practical and effective.

How physiotherapy helps

Physiotherapy helps you train walking, turning, posture, and balance. You practise specific tasks, strengthen key muscle groups, and learn strategies that make everyday movement safer and less effortful.

How CostaSpine supports Parkinson’s-related movement challenges

We start with a thorough assessment of your symptoms, goals, and daily routines. Then we build an evidence-based programme that stays measurable and realistic, so you can track progress over time.

We draw on the physical therapy solutions we offer across the clinic, and we tailor them to Parkinson’s needs:

•  Therapeutic exercise: We build strength, flexibility, balance, and stamina with routines you can repeat at home.
• Manual therapy: We reduce stiffness and improve joint mobility so you move more freely into your exercises.
• Posture correction: We train alignment and control to support steadier walking mechanics and comfort.
• Education and self-management: We coach cueing strategies, pacing, and home exercises so your progress continues between sessions.

 

When pain, posture limitations, or soft-tissue tension slows your progress, we can also coordinate care with our in-house chiropractic and massage therapy teams.

What to expect at your appointment

A typical session lasts 45 to 60 minutes. We combine hands-on treatment and guided exercise in a private, comfortable setting, then we give you clear next steps to practise between visits.

When to book an assessment

Consider booking if you:

• feel less steady than you used to
• avoid walking outside because you fear falling
• shuffle, freeze, or struggle with turns
• feel weaker, slower, or more stiff week to week

 

Seek urgent medical review if you experience frequent falls, sudden severe worsening, fainting episodes, or new swallowing problems.

Book with CostaSpine

You can book directly (no referral needed). Call the clinic, Aloho or Guadalmina, that suits you or send us a Whatsapp or Contact Form.