OUR FOCUS
Neurological Physiotherapy
Valley Physio offers rehabilitation for adults with complex neurological disability due to:
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Stroke
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Brain Injury
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Spinal Cord Injury
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Multiple Sclerosis
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Parkinson's Disease
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Motor Neuron Disease
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Multiple System Atrophy
This list is not exhaustive so please contact Valley Physio if your condition is not listed to discuss your individual needs.
Valley Physio also works with people who have:
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Generalised weakness
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Balance impairment and fear of falling
A neuro physio assessment is often complex because it involves a holistic evaluation that extends beyond mere physical ability. A neuro assessment frequently involves more than one professional and the person living with the neurological condition, along with their family or carers to identify and deliver a suitable care plan. A neuro assessment frequently includes:
A physical evaluation: Assessing muscle strength, tone, range of motion, balance, coordination, posture, and gait analysis.
A sensory assessment: Evaluating how well a person can interpret and respond to sensory input (touch, temperature, proprioception, vision, etc.), as neurological conditions can significantly impair these pathways.
A cognitive screen: As impairments in memory, attention, problem-solving skills, and executive functions can directly impact a person’s ability to learn new movement strategies and engage in therapy, it is essential that a cognitive assessment is considered.
An assessment of a person’s fatigue levels: Fatigue is a common and often disabling symptom in many neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis or post-stroke and therefore needs to be considered when structuring a rehabilitation programme.
Consideration of psychosocial factors: Considering mood, emotional well-being, and social support networks is important as these factors can influence motivation, treatment options, and recovery outcomes.
With your permission, the physio may speak to your Consultant, GP, or another health or Social Care professional to ensure that you receive a cohesive approach to your care. They may also involve significant others, for example your spouse, wider family, or carers to support them to support you. For example, this may be to see how they currently assist you and to show them other strategies that may help. For example, by teaching them how to help you to get in and out of bed or the car or training them to deliver an exercise programme whether that be on land (e.g. at home or in the gym) or in a pool.
With your permission, the physio may speak to your Consultant, GP, or another health or Social Care professional to ensure that you receive a cohesive approach to your care. They may also involve significant others, for example your spouse, wider family, or carers to support them to support you. For example, this may be to see how they currently assist you and to show them other strategies that may help. For example, by teaching them how to help you to get in and out of bed or the car or training them to deliver an exercise programme whether that be on land (e.g. at home or in the gym) or in a pool.
Following a thorough assessment, you will be provided with an individualised targeted treatment programme which may include:
Aquatic and/or land-based exercises to help with strengthening, flexibility, coordination, balance, and general mobility.
Joint and soft tissue mobilisations to help manage stiffness, spasticity, and to help prevent contractures.
Gait and balance re-education to help you to move in a more efficient and safe way helping to reduce potential risk of falls and injuries.
Advice relating to lifestyle/fatigue management to support you to be able to engage with your rehabilitation programme and enhance your overall well-being.
Aquatic Physiotherapy (sometimes known as hydrotherapy) is a form of water-based therapy that is carried out only by suitably qualified physiotherapist. Hydrotherapy by comparison is a generic term for water-based treatments which can include practises such as colonic irrigation or spa bathing. Just to confuse matters, aquatic therapy usually takes place in a hydrotherapy pool!
Valley Physio offers aquatic physiotherapy / hydrotherapy predominantly for adults with a neurological condition (e.g. Stroke, MS, PD, CP, MND) or injury (e.g. SCI, TBI) however, as the water provides a safe and effective way for seniors to exercise, build strength, manage chronic pain, and decrease their risk of falls this form of therapy is also available to older people without a neurological condition.
No previous swimming experience is required to access this form of therapy.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Neuro Physiotherapy
Founder of Valley Physio
Chartered Physiotherapist specialising in Human Neurological Physiotherapy.
Over 25 years of experience in Human Neurological rehabilitation, including working in the NHS and master's level training. Registered Chartered Physiotherapist
Registered with CPC and HCPC
ABOUT
Kaye Hillsdon
FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
" Thank you so much for the practical and moral support. I feel very lucky to have had your input and I hope your new patients realise how fortunate they are..." - Katie
Katie
FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
"Thank you for all the help and support you have given me during my recent sessions. Being pushed repeatedly beyond my expectations and helping me to believe in myself; so realising the improvements and possibilities that lay ahead if I keep working, its truly amazing"
Jean
FROM OUR CUSTOMERS
"Thank you for all you have done for me, making physio fun and giving me some of my confidence back. Christmas is a time when dreams are meant to come true, and you have helped mine come true by getting back on a pair of ski's"
Hannah
CONTACT US
Please get in contact if you would like a free phone consultation to discuss whether physiotherapy is suitable for you or your pet.
We offer a fully mobile service, so can carry out treatment at your home or you may visit one of the clinics
There is no obligation to book an appointment.