Physiotherapy & Neurological Conditions
Physiotherapy aims
These are the key components of physiotherapy for the wide range of neurological conditions, for each individual patient and condition we will focus on what is important to you,
Increase muscle strength through targeted functional exercises.
Improve balance and mobility with postural re-education and advice on walking aids.
Increase sensation through sensory stimulation.
Reduce muscle stiffness, spasm and pain with advice on splinting, stretches, exercises and medication and neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES).
Reduce foot drop with advice on functional electrical stimulation (FES) and orthotics.
Increase function of affected arm/leg through task-oriented exercises.
Minimise abnormal patterns through advice on seating and posture.
Increase independence and quality of life through advice on seating and positioning
Increase speed and amplitude of movements through muscle strengthening and mobilisation exercises.
Teach cueing strategies to improve the quality of the movement.
“My husband has complex medical needs including hydrocephalus and Parkinson's plus. These conditions greatly affect his balance. He is no longer able to walk or stand.
Nicky came to the house for a few sessions to work with him. My husband was not easy to work with but Nicky showed a great deal of patience and care working with him. She encouraged him to try as hard as he could to do the exercises that she had planned for him. She knew what she wanted to achieve and planned the tasks appropriately. My husband suffers from acute anxiety which is part of his condition but Nicky reassured him that small goals were achievable.
She also left exercises to do between her visits to encourage more mobility.”
— Sandra