NEUROLOGICAL CONDITIONS
Physiotherapy for Neurological Conditions
ACP provides neurological physiotherapy for older people, focusing on strength, balance, walking, transfers and functional mobility.
What is happening in neurological conditions?
Neurological conditions affect the brain, spinal cord or nerves that control movement and sensation. Depending on the condition, messages between the nervous system and muscles may be slower, weaker or less coordinated.
How physiotherapy helps with this
Physiotherapy practises the movement skills that matter in daily life. Repetition, task-specific practice, strengthening, balance, gait training and mobility strategies can help the person use their available movement more effectively and maintain function.
What is Neurological Conditions?
Neurological conditions affect the brain, spinal cord or nerves. Examples include stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis and other neurological disorders.
What problems can people face?
Depending on the condition, a person may experience weakness, poor balance, difficulty walking, reduced coordination, changes in muscle tone, fatigue, transfer difficulties or falls.
What can happen when it is not addressed?
Changes in movement can affect independence. Reduced activity may also contribute to weakness, stiffness and reduced physical capacity.
How ACP can help
ACP focuses on practical movement and function, including strength, balance, walking, transfers, mobility strategies, exercise, functional activities and mobility equipment.
When should physiotherapy be considered?
Consider physiotherapy when walking, balance, transfers or physical independence are changing.
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Further information: Australian Physiotherapy Association
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