Services
Our Services
We offer a variety of services including neuro physiotherapy, acupuncture and neuro occupational therapy. Our services can be carried out at any of the following places which may be convenient for you:
Home visits
Nursing/residential homes
Gyms
Swimming pools
Work/educational base
We are pleased to accept referrals from any source such as family, medical professional, solicitor or case managers. For insurance claims, referrals may need to come through your case manager or GP. For further information about our services, please scroll down or click on a link below.
Neuro Physiotherapy
We are trained in a variety of techniques, assessment methods and physiotherapy concepts such as:
- Re-
education of normal movement - with hands on therapy such as Bobath therapy - Spasticity assessment and management
- Treatment for dropped foot
- Assessment for orthotics -
including FES - Falls prevention programmes
- Gait/walking re-
education training - Therapeutic massage
- Neuro Pilates exercise for core strength
- Assessment for serial casting
- Balance re-
education and exercises - Mobility assessment and facilitation
- Strengthening and stretching programmes
- Water based therapy (hydrotherapy)
- Acupuncture
- Electrical neuro stimulation to improve muscle strength
- Somato-
sensory re- education - Constraint therapy
- Personalised goal based exercise programmes
- Advice to carers and families
- Facial rehabilitation clinic
We can work with wheelchair technicians and disability shops to ensure you get the appropriate equipment for your needs.
For further information, please call us on 07535 705168.
Acupuncture
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture originated in China where it was used as part of a holistic approach to medicine and was concerned with creating a balance in the body’s energy. Nowadays, the beneficial effects of acupuncture are supported by scientific research and clinical evidence which show that acupuncture can be an effective way to reduce pain and promote general well being. It works by stimulating the brain and spinal cord to produce chemicals. These chemicals, such as endorphins, melatonin and serotonin, can reduce the perception of pain and promote sleep.
What will happen during my acupuncture session?
We can provide therapists who are trained in the use of acupuncture and are members of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists. Single use, pre-sterilised disposable needles are used to pierce the skin at the acupuncture point identified by your therapist as being the most beneficial for the treatment of your condition. The needles are left in position for approximately 20 minutes before being removed and discarded.
It is important to stress that acupuncture is but one of several methods which we use to reduce your pain and improve your quality of life. It can be used alongside various physiotherapy techniques to ensure that your condition is properly managed. Before you start a course of treatment, our therapists will discuss with you which methods of treatment are best suited to your condition and an optimal rehabilitation plan can then be agreed.
For further information, please call us on 07535 705168.
Neuro Occupational Therapy
Why might I need occupational therapy?
Most of us take for granted those everyday activities such as getting dressed, cooking, cleaning or caring for children. But if you have been affected by head injury, or stroke or any of the other conditions we treat, chances are you may have difficulty with those same tasks which were once so easy. That is where our occupational therapists come in.
What does an occupational therapist do?
The role of an occupational therapist is to make your life easier and help you to do the things that you want to do! They can advise you about everyday activities such as cooking, cleaning or bathing. Or you might want advice and assistance with more specialist activities such as travelling, caring for children or coping in the workplace.
How does it work?
The process will start with an assessment of your needs. Your therapist will then discuss with you what it is that you want to achieve and the best way to work towards this. By engaging with you at all times your therapist can ensure that your personal goals are right at the heart of the treatment plan. Wherever possible we also like to involve your friends or family members as our experience shows that their support is crucial if you are to successfully achieve your goals.