Askham Rehab
The new issue of NR Times is now live and packed with exclusive news and insights. If there’s a thread running through this issue, it’s the idea that behind every clinical task sits a person - and that the best rehabilitation never loses sight of them. Our cover feature explores exactly that. Dr Ronda Boswell [...]
Communication difficulties following a brain injury can take many forms. But too often, when someone struggles to speak, find words or process language at the usual pace, the people around them - however well-meaning - begin to speak for them. How do families, carers, therapists and lawyers make sure that what's heard is truly the [...]
By Lyndsey Marie, clinical lead, Askham Rehab, Cambridgeshire, UK Abstract Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness (PDOC) represent some of the most complex presentations within neurorehabilitation. Individuals often require long-term specialist management addressing medical stability, posture and positioning, communication, cognition, respiratory function, nutrition, psychological wellbeing, and family support. Sustained interdisciplinary collaboration is therefore essential to prevent secondary [...]
The new edition of NR Times shines a spotlight on the innovation, resilience and evolving science shaping brain and spinal rehabilitation today. Issue 51 explores the realities of recovery beyond traditional boundaries, from a remarkable case of cross-border rehabilitation and the growing role of neurological music therapy, to cutting-edge advances in virtual reality, robotics and [...]
NR Times issue 50 is now online and packed with exclusive news and insights. Our cover story turns to the future, exploring the intersection of music, AI and the mind - and what emerging innovation could mean for neuro rehabilitation. As always, this issue brings together insight, experience and forward-thinking ideas from across the field. [...]
When a brain injury, stroke or neurological condition turns life upside down, patients and families often enter the rehabilitation process with a mixture of hope, fear and uncertainty. They're navigating unfamiliar medical terminology, adjusting to new limitations and trying to understand what recovery will actually look like. We asked our members to share what they [...]
By Asham Rehab When 75-year-old Diana Hoy was admitted for planned spinal surgery on May 1, 2025, doctors discovered she had lost mobility from her knees to her feet and from her fourth and fifth fingers to her elbows, along with saddle paresthesia. Despite this, Diana was determined that it would not mark the end [...]
By Askham Rehab Askham Rehab has long been at the forefront of cutting-edge neurological and complex rehabilitation, redefining what’s possible for individuals recovering from life-changing conditions. Our holistic, patient-centred approach ensures that each individual regains independence, confidence, and control over their lives. One of our remarkable success stories is Deborah Weston, a 61-year-old woman who [...]
By Lyndsey Urry, Clinical lead, Askham Rehab The complexity of health challenges, particularly in neurorehabilitation, requires innovative approaches that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries. The interdisciplinary approach has emerged as a critical method to address these complexities, fostering collaboration among various specialists to achieve holistic care for patients. This article delves into the essence of the [...]
The field of neurorehabilitation continually seeks advancements to improve patient care and outcomes. In a significant development, Askham Place and Askham Court have officially merged under a single Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration. This unification, now collectively known as Askham Court, represents a strategic move to enhance the quality and consistency of neurorehabilitation services offered [...]
