Rhea Parekh, MSPT, CSRS, LSVT BIG
Neuro Physical Therapist
Rhea is a compassionate and dedicated physical therapist with over nine years of experience specializing in neurological rehabilitation. She is deeply passionate about helping individuals with complex neurological conditions reclaim their functional independence and maximize their physical potential.
Rhea earned her Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Seth GS Medical College & KEM Hospital in Mumbai, India, and went on to complete her Master of Science in Physical Therapy at the MGH Institute of Health Professions (MGH-IHP), where she received the prestigious Adams Fellow Award for leadership and clinical excellence.
Throughout her career, Rhea has successfully treated a wide array of complex conditions, including stroke, Parkinson’s disease, brain injuries, ataxia, balance and gait disorders. She is highly skilled in utilizing advanced, evidence-informed interventions designed to promote neuroplasticity—the brain’s unique ability to adapt and heal.
Beyond her hands-on clinical work, she has held significant healthcare leadership roles, serving as a Director of Rehabilitation in a skilled nursing facility and an Agency Administrator for outpatient clinics in senior living communities. In these positions, she managed interdisciplinary therapy teams and successfully launched new outpatient clinics across senior living communities.
Rhea holds specialized certifications and advanced clinical training in:
- Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS)
- LSVT BIG Certification (for Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders)
Rhea believes that the best recovery is built on close communication and strong collaboration with patients, their families, and interdisciplinary care teams. Combining her advanced scientific knowledge with a holistic touch from her background as a certified yoga teacher, Rhea creates empowering, highly individualized treatment plans to help you safely hit your goals and navigate your world with confidence. In her free time Rhea loves to spend time with her husband and 2 kids.
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What is LSVT BIG?
LSVT BIG is an intensive, evidence-based physical therapy program designed specifically for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions.
When you have Parkinson’s disease, the brain sends smaller signals to your muscles. This can make your movements feel normal to you, but look slow and small to others, leading to a shorter stride when walking, a rounded posture, or trouble with daily tasks like getting out of a chair or buttoning a shirt.
LSVT BIG retrains your brain to reset its internal “volume knob.” By focusing on one simple target, moving BIG, the program helps you override those small signals, letting you move more normally and with much greater confidence.
How It Works
The program is structured and intensive to maximize neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to rewire and heal itself). It consists of:
- 4 days a week for 4 consecutive weeks
- 60-minute individual, one-on-one sessions
- Daily home practice to lock in your progress
Instead of learning a hundred different small exercises, you will practice large-amplitude, whole-body movements that translate directly into your everyday life.
The Benefits
By training your body to use bigger movements, LSVT BIG helps you:
- Walk faster with a longer, safer stride
- Improve your balance and reduce your risk of falls
- Get up easier from deep chairs, couches, or cars
- Improve your posture and trunk rotation
- Maintain your independence with daily tasks like dressing and grooming
No matter where you are in your journey, LSVT BIG empowers you to take control of your mobility and keep moving forward.