The important areas of neurology are: the autonomic, central and peripheral nervous systems. A physician who works in the field of neurology is called a neuogist;rol a neurosurgeon treats neurological disorders via surgery. Neurological physiotherapy involves the treatment of people with movement and function disorders that have originated from problems within the body’s nervous and neuromuscular system.

These conditions often manifest themselves as muscle weakness, poor balance, and coordination, uncontrolled muscle spasm, and tremors, loss of function and decreased sensation. Common neurological conditions include:

• Functional Neurological Disorders
• Stroke, CVA or TIA
• Spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries
• Multiple sclerosis
• Parkinson’s disease

Depending on the impairment, your physiotherapy treatment may include:

• Passive Limb Exercises: if you are unable to move your arms and legs yourself
• Positioning / Splinting: correct limb positioning, or splint prescription, to ensure that your joints don’t tighten
• Bed Exercises: to stretch and strengthen your muscles
• Breathing and Circulation Exercises: to prevent respiratory and vascular complications such as chest infection and DVTs
• Mobilisation: assistance to move safely in bed, sit up, stand and walk
• Mobility Aids: prescription, advice, and instruction on how to safely use a walking frame, or other walking aids as required
• Discharge Planning: information regarding any necessary equipment that you may require at home after discharge
• Tailored Exercise: exercises to build strength, endurance, coordination, and balance