Stroke

A stroke occurs when blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted, causing cell damage. This can result in weakness, paralysis, balance difficulties, fatigue, and changes to speech or cognition.

HOW WE CAN HELP

Physiotherapy following a stroke can help you regain movement, confidence and independence. We commonly support people with:

• Weakness on one side of the body

• Walking and mobility difficulties

• Balance problems and falls risk

• Changes in muscle tone or spasticity

• Reduced arm and leg control

• Transfers and bed mobility

• Reduced stamina and physical confidence

• Posture and positioning

• Returning to everyday activities

• Equipment and mobility needs

• Guidance for family members and carers

PHYSIOTHERAPY IN YOUR OWN ENVIRONMENT

Recovering from a stroke is about more than performing exercises. It is about being able to manage the activities that make up everyday life.

By working with you in your own home and community, we can practise real tasks such as getting up from your favourite chair, climbing your stairs, moving around the kitchen, walking outside or building confidence to access your local community.

This allows rehabilitation to remain practical, relevant and focused on the things that matter most to you.

YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT

Your first appointment is a detailed assessment of your current abilities, challenges and goals.

Your physiotherapist may assess strength, movement, balance, walking, transfers and overall function. We will talk about what you would most like to improve and agree realistic, meaningful goals before developing a rehabilitation programme tailored to you.

NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

If you’d like to find out whether neurological physiotherapy could help you or someone you care for, we’re happy to talk things through.