Tel: 01737 356222
Physiotherapy
Physical problems that commonly arise after traumatic brain injury are varied, complex and individual to each person. They can include low tone (floppiness) and/or high tone (tightness) of muscles producing poorly controlled movements and posture. These, together with shortening or contractures of muscles and joints, produce impairment in movement and function.
Physiotherapy is offered to clients by therapists with experience in the field of neurology, who also work closely with the other staff members.
Clients are individually assessed and the specialist therapy required is established. Goals and aims are devised and the programme planned accordingly.
The aims of physiotherapy are:
- To improve functional abilities and independence.
- To plan for appropriate long-term management.
Individual or group sessions consist of:
- Control/management of altered tone.
- Increasing/maintaining range of movement and soft tissue length.
- Management of posture/seating.
- Increasing functional activities, e.g. transfers, balance for dressing.
Treatment consists of:
- Specific handling techniques.
- Use of splinting and casting.
- Where appropriate, hydrotherapy and riding.
- Programme of self-management.
- Liaison with carers/families and other session staff.
- Referral to consultants and other agencies for specialist seating, orthotics, botulinum toxin treatment.
- Liaison and discussion about future physiotherapy provision.
For more information:
Call: 01737 356222
Or e-mail: rehab@braininjurycentre.org.uk
