Ravensford Physiotherapy: Contact me for home based physio and rehabilitation
Please feel free to contact me for home based physio and rehabilitation and an informal chat
sarah.atherton@ravensford.co.uk
07840 037 910
0208 242 6098
You can also contact me by filling in the form here and ticking the “I’m not a robot” box.
Useful websites:
Balance and Walking
- exercise and therapy to improve balance, strength and stamina
- Specific therapy for vestibular problems which cause a loss of balance
- Gait re-education
- advice and therapy for foot drop, including advice about splints
- home exercise plan
- improving confidence walking outside
Falls Prevention
- advice about falls prevention and general health
- assessment with walking aids (if required)
- exercise to improve balance, mobility and confidence
- practice getting up from the floor (if appropriate)
Improving arm function e.g. after a stroke
- specific exercise, including improving strength of the shoulder complex
- therapy to improve function of the arm
- use of evidence based adjuncts such as mirror box and electrical muscle stimulation
- hands on therapy to improve range of movement and muscle activity
Long Term Conditions e.g. Parkinson’s Disease, multiple sclerosis
- management advice specific to the condition
- exercise and therapy to improve movement, strength, function and fitness
- Positioning management plan , including training carers/others
- advice about the management of spasticity, and treatment for muscle stiffness
- self-management plan
Other Services
- lycra orthotic provision
- integration of a pilates approach when indicated
- use of kinesio taping, and soft tissue therapy
- interface with other agencies including NHS services, and onward referral as indicated
- signpost for exercise and well being
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