These disorders are directly concerned with the central nervous system (CNS) which include the brain, spinal cord and nerves in the body.
These conditions have a huge impact on day to day activities and body functions.
People with neurological disorders may feel-
• Muscle Weakness
• Loss of Movement
• Balance and coordination loss
• Sensation Loss
Due to damage to the nervous system, the communication between brain and nerves gets disturbed and results in a variety of challenges. These challenges may include loss of movement and sensation, Balance and coordination, muscle weakness, spasm, tremor, loss of function, and decreased sensation.
Main neurological conditions are stroke, paralysis, cerebral palsy, brain or spinal cord injuries and Parkinson’s disease.
What to expect from a neuro physiotherapist
A neuro physiotherapist helps to recover motor function and movement of joints, muscles and tendons in individuals who are affected by disability, illness or injury. They also help in keeping the muscles active and the joints flexible, prevents wasting and deterioration of function, as well as promoting rehabilitation.
A neuro physiotherapist should work for-
• Comprehensive assessment
• Personalized treatment plan
• Balance & Coordination exercises
• Gait Training
• Patient Education
How a neuro physiotherapy works
• Re-educating muscles
• Joint and soft tissue mobilization
• Balance and coordination exercises
• Gait Training- walking patterns
• Range of motion exercises
• Functional tasks
What is the aim of neuro physiotherapy
The aim of Neuro physiotherapy is to stimulate the neural pathways so that the brain receives the proper stimuli. These stimulation of neural pathways are encouraged by repetitive actions and exercises for the affected muscles groups.
Many individuals undergoing Neurological Physiotherapy experience improvements in symptoms such as balance difficulties, loss of hand/arm or leg/foot function, walking issues, spasticity, and pain.
The aim should be focussed on-
• Stimulating neural pathways
• Improving Symptoms
• Preventing muscle wasting and contracture
• Improving activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Reducing future complications
Physiotherapy treatments can include
Passive Limb Exercises: A neuro physiotherapist does passive exercises when patients are unable to move their arms and legs independently.
Positioning/Splinting: Therapist suggests some splints or positions to correct posture and to prevent joint tightening.
Bed Exercises: Bed exercises are specially designed to stretch and strengthen muscles for the bedridden patients to avoid muscle wasting and contractures.
Breathing and Circulation Exercises: These are aimed to prevent respiratory and vascular complications, such as chest infections and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
Mobilization: Mobilization of patients with neuro conditions helps them to move safely in bed, sitting up, standing, and walking.
Muscle stimulation: Weak or inactive muscles are stimulated by electric modalities like muscle stimulator or transcutaneous nerve stimulation (TENS).
Mobility Aids: Therapists prescribe and give advice and instruction on the safe use of walking aids like walkers, sticks or other aids to move the patients.
Home Exercise Plan: Home exercise plan is given to the patients or attendants to build strength, endurance, coordination, and balance and avoid contracture.
What conditions a Neuro Physiotherapist treat
- Ataxia
- Axonopathy
- Balance Incoordination
- Bell’s palsy
- Facial Nerve Palsy
- Body Pain
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Cauda Equina Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Fatigue
- Fractures
- Gait Disorders
- Head Injuries
- Headaches
- Hemiplegia
- Lower Motor Neuron Disease
- Motor Neuron disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Myasthenia gravis
- Neuralgia
- Paralysis
- Paraplegia
- Parkinson disease
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
- Polyneuropathy
- Spasticity
- Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
- Stroke
- Torticollis
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
- Tremors
- Upper Motor Neuron Disease
Frequently Asked Questions
What our client says!
slide 3 to 4 of 8
I recently visited here for physiotherapy, and I had a great experience. The staff were professional and knowledgeable, ensuring that I understood my treatment plan and exercises. The clinic was clean and well-organized, creating a welcoming environment.
I recently had a physiotherapy session at "YesPhysio Physiotherapy & Sports Rehab Clinic", and it was an excellent experience. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, making me feel comfortable and well-cared for. The treatment was effective, and I felt much better and more relaxed after just one session. Highly recommend!
