HDSA Center of Excellence at Hennepin County Medical Center

Physical Therapy

What can physical therapy do for the Huntington’s Disease patient? 

The physical therapist can help the HD patient deal with the physical changes in his/her body.  The physical therapist will evaluate the patient’s gait and possible need for assistive devices and exercise programs.  The therapist also works closely with the family offering safety tips to help prevent falls and accidents in the home. 

Meet the Staff:

Susan Braun-Johnson, PT, MBA,  Senior Physical Therapist Education/Outreach Activities Team member of the HD clinic since 1994 Participated in planning committees for HD conferences and Dinners Member of the HD Operations Committee Presented HD Overview to Nursing Homes in Minneapolis and Red Wing Presented “Physical Therapy and HD” at Annual Conference Participated in HCMC Wellness Clinic: presented information on safety, use of assistive devices and exercise

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