A patient with Parkinson's disease has difficulty initiating gait and experiences freezing episodes. Which cueing strategy has the strongest evidence for improving gait initiation?
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A
Verbal encouragement from the therapist
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B
Rhythmic auditory cueing (e.g., metronome)
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C
Passive stretching of hip flexors before walking
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D
Strengthening of ankle plantarflexors