Neurological Rehabilitation
Neurological rehabilitation is a specialisation of Physiotherapy. To effectively manage complex neurological conditions the Physiotherapist should have the following skills:
- An in-depth understanding of the neurological process.
- Ability to identify appropriate treatment options.
- Knowledge of associated medical management (drugs, surgery, procedures)
- Ability to carryout a comprehensive physical examination.
- Skilled in the analysis of movement and postural control.
The variety and complexity of the neurological conditions we manage include:
- Stroke, brain injury.
- Progressive neurological disorders – Multiple Sclerosis.
- Neurodegenerative disorders including Parkinson’s disease, Multisystem Atrophy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.
- Ataxias – hereditary and cerebellar lesions.
- Neuropathies e.g. weakness in the limb e.g. drop foot, wrist drop due to nerve injury, diabetes.
- Genetic disorders – Huntington’s chorea, ataxias.
- Facial paralysis.
- Gait and balance disorders.
