Therapy

  • Cooling away the tremors: A case of peripheral cooling in MS rehabilitation

    By Rishika Balani, physiotherapist, Ascot Rehab Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common cause of non-traumatic neurological disability in young adults. Charcot originally identified the classic triad of symptoms as nystagmus, intention tremor, and scanning speech. Among these, intention tremor can be particularly disabling for many patients. According to the Movement Disorder Society, intention tremor [...]

  • Fuel for recovery: A rehabilitation journey from the dietitian’s perspective

    By Tony Ward RD, MSc, specialist neuro rehab dietician and NRN director After a traumatic brain injury, recovery is rarely straightforward. Clients often spend weeks in ICU, losing significant weight and muscle mass as their bodies fight to heal fractures, soft tissue damage, and, crucially, the brain itself. Yet when they leave acute care, nutrition [...]

  • Neurodiversity in focus: A neurocognitive perspective on inclusive care

    By The London Neurognitive Clinic In neurorehabilitation and clinical practice, the concept of neurodiversity is no longer confined to a discussion of autism or ADHD alone. It represents a broader recognition that cognitive, emotional, and behavioural differences are part of the human spectrum. For neuropsychologists and other allied health professionals, this shift in perspective demands [...]

  • Deep brain stimulation improves Parkinson’s symptoms, study finds

    Deep brain stimulation has been shown to ease symptoms and improve quality of life for people with Parkinson's, with benefits lasting five years, a major US study has found. The trial, conducted across 23 movement disorder centres, was the largest prospective long-term study of deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease. Nearly 200 patients received [...]

  • Vision therapy reverses concussion-related double and blurred vision

    Vision therapy helped nearly 90 per cent of young concussion patients see normally after 12 weeks, compared with under 10 per cent who only monitored their symptoms in a recent study. The study enrolled 106 patients aged 11 to 25 with one or more concussions and persistent symptoms lasting one to six months after their [...]

  • New hope for spinal injury patients as nerve stimulation trial launches in UK

    The first three paralysed people have been implanted with a nerve stimulation device in a groundbreaking clinical trial aimed at restoring bowel and bladder function after a spinal cord injury. The potentially life-changing ImPRESS project at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, brings together a coalition of charities, industry, clinicians and researchers. UK charity Spinal [...]

  • Unlocking communication through rhythm and melody

    The transformational power of music at Adderley Green At Adderley Green Neurological Centre, part of the Elysium Neurological division, the sound of recovery isn’t just metaphorical, it’s literal. Since 2017, Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT) has been helping patients reclaim their voices, regain movement, and reconnect with their identity after life-changing neurological injuries. Delivered by Chiltern [...]

  • From tracheostomy to triumph: Life after brain stem stroke

    By CHD Living Every recovery journey is unique – but some truly redefine resilience. At CHD Living’s Bagshot Park Neurorehabilitation Centre, we’ve walked alongside hundreds of people living with complex neurological conditions. And among those stories, Nigel’s stands out. In September 2024, Nigel’s life changed in an instant. A fit and active HGV driver, he [...]

  • Lucy’s story – Four weeks to freedom: A Guillain-Barré recovery journey

    By CHD Living At CHD Living, we believe rehabilitation is about more than recovery – it’s about restoring independence, dignity and purpose. Our specialist centres in Bagshot and Kingston are designed to deliver transformative outcomes for people recovering from complex neurological conditions. One such story is Lucy’s. When 31-year-old Lucy walked out of Bagshot Park [...]

  • Brotherwood expands nationwide Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle hire service

    Renowned as the UK’s leading Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) specialists, Brotherwood has further strengthened its commitment to inclusive mobility by expanding its nationwide WAV Hire service. With the addition of new vehicles to their fleet, Brotherwood now offers greater availability and flexibility for clients seeking high-quality, accessible transport solutions on both a short and long-term [...]