Moving Better, Living Better: Parkinson’s Disease Rehabilitation at HARTZ Physical Therapy & HARTZ NeuroRehabilitation
Living with Parkinson’s can bring daily challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. At HARTZ NeuroRehabilitation, we specialize in helping individuals manage both the motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s through personalized, evidence-based care.
We have therapists certified in both LSVT BIG and PWR! Moves, the gold standard in Parkinson’s-specific treatment. We offer one-on-one sessions tailored to your unique needs and abilities, all in a welcoming and supportive environment. This is a research-based approach to help patients move better and live well at every stage of the disease. Treatment is individually tailored to target PD-specific symptoms and improve everyday function. Learn more about PWR!Moves®
What You Can Expect:
- Customized Movement Plans
designed to adapt as your needs change - Long-Term Support
from a dedicated therapist who understands your journey - Improved Mobility & Function
including balance, strength, tremors, cognition, and daily living skills - Caregiver Involvement & Education
to empower loved ones with tools, guidance, and encouragement
We believe care extends beyond the patient. That’s why we work closely with family members and caregivers—offering insight into disease progression, home safety strategies, and ways to support long-term wellness together.
At HARTZ PT, we’ll help you understand how Parkinson’s affects your body and build a sustainable plan for ongoing strength and independence.There is life beyond Parkinson’s. Let us help you and your support system reclaim it—together.
Research shows that physical and occupational therapy, along with weekly exercise, can improve both motor and non-motor components of Parkinson’s.
Areas we address
- Posture
- Balance
- Tremors
- Cognition
- Mood
- Strength
- Better Sleep
- Activities of Daily Living
- Gait
- Agility
- Freezing
- Dexterity
Treatment Approaches
Physical Therapy
PWR! Moves therapy
Task-specific training and interventions to improve functional mobility.
Physical Therapy
Aerobic training
Personalized moderate-to-high intensity exercise that mobilizes neural mechanisms to enha
Physical Therapy
Progressive resistance
Strength training to build stability and maintain independence over time.
Occupational Therapy
Daily living & independence
Our occupational therapist works on the everyday tasks that matter most — dressing, cooking, writing, and more — using adaptive techniques, energy conservation strategies, and targeted exercises to help you stay engaged in daily life.
Occupational Therapy
Home safety & environmental modification
Our OT provides practical guidance on making your home safer — from identifying fall hazards to recommending grab bars, adaptive equipment, and simple layout changes — so you and your family feel confident and prepared at home.
Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy
The buoyancy of water reduces fall risk and joint stress, allowing for safer, higher-repetition movement practice — ideal for improving gait, balance, and strength when land-based exercise feels limiting.
See the results — patient spotlight & exercise videos
Meet Linda one of our Parkinson’s Disease patients. Linda had a lot of shuffling of steps and decided to come back to physical therapy. Together they worked on turning especially in corners, getting in and out bed, getting up from a chair, and walking. Just look at the difference 5 weeks of physical therapy made! Notice that in the video on the right Linda is now able to complete two repetitions vs. the left screen where it took her twice as long to do one at the start of therapy
Meet Your Neurological Rehabilitation Team
Jamie Hreniuk, DPT
Lancaster West – Physical Therapy
Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery Certified Therapist
Specializes in neurological PT from high-level balance deficits to full-assistance needs. Uses task-specific training and takes an educational approach for patients and families.
717.735.8880 · jhreniuk@hartzpt.com
Kailey Kelly, DPT
Lancaster West – Physical Therapy
Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery Certified Therapist
Dedicated to improving mobility, balance, and quality of life for those with Parkinson’s. Utilizes gait training and balance exercises whether newly diagnosed or managing advanced symptoms.
717.735.8880 · kkelly@hartzpt.com
Emily Beck, OTR/L
Lancaster West · Occupational Therapy
Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery Certified Therapist
Makes everyday tasks — dressing, cooking, writing — a little easier. Uses personalized strategies, adaptive techniques, and targeted exercises to help manage daily activities and conserve energy.
717.735.8880 · ebeck@hartzpt.com
Beth Kauffman, MPT, GCS
Lancaster East – Physical Therapy
LSVT BIG certified
Completed LSVT BIG certification and is a Board Certified Geriatric Clinic Specialist (GCS). In addition to direct patient care, she is a keen promoter of health and wellness.
717.396.7766 · bkauffman@hartzpt.com
What the Research Says About PWR!Moves®
- It’s built on real science. PWR!Moves® was created by Dr. Becky Farley, a physical therapist and neuroscientist who spent years studying how exercise affects the Parkinson’s brain.
- It works with your brain, not just your body. PWR!Moves® is grounded in neuroplasticity — the brain’s amazing ability to adapt and build new pathways when we move with purpose and intention.
- Every move has a reason. Each of the four PWR!Moves targets a specific skill that Parkinson’s tends to affect — so nothing you do in therapy is by accident.
- It meets you where you are. Whether you were just diagnosed or have been living with PD for years, the program is designed to work for you at any stage of the disease.
- It helps in the real world. The goal isn’t just better movement in the clinic — it’s making everyday life easier, from getting out of a chair to walking confidently through your home.
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Community & Support
For more information on the Red Rose Parkinson’s Lecture Series & Support Group check out their Facebook page HERE.