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Spinal cord injury physiotherapy in Northamptonshire
Ongoing rehabilitation after a spinal cord injury, focused on strength, function and independence in your own home or care setting.
After a spinal cord injury
A spinal cord injury affects people very differently, depending on the level of the injury and whether it is complete or incomplete. Rehabilitation often continues for a long time after leaving a specialist unit.
Physiotherapy helps you build on what you have achieved, keep your body in good condition and work towards your own goals.
How physiotherapy can help
- Strengthening the muscles that work
- Transfers, such as between bed, chair and car
- Sitting balance and posture
- Managing stiffness and spasms
- Standing and walking, where this is possible
- Staying fit and active
What treatment involves
- A detailed assessment of strength, sensation, movement and daily tasks
- Goals agreed with you, your family and your case manager
- Hands-on treatment, stretching and exercise
- Practice of real tasks in your home or care setting
- Regular reviews and clear written updates
Spinal cord injury questions
Do you accept referrals from case managers?
Yes. Case managers can call 07466 072856 or send an enquiry to discuss a client.
Can you treat me at home?
Yes. I see people at home, in care homes and in nursing homes anywhere in Northamptonshire.
Is physiotherapy still useful years after my injury?
Yes. Ongoing physiotherapy can help maintain strength and flexibility, manage stiffness and work towards new goals.
Living with a spinal cord injury?
Get in touch to talk through your goals and arrange an assessment.