Physiotherapy for ataxia

Living with a condition such as ataxia can be debilitating and impact on many areas of a person's life. Physiotherapy aims to maximise a person's functional ability and potential thereby improving quality of life. Physiotherapy may include:

Strengthening exercises
Stretching exercises
Balance exercises
Coordination exercises
Falls advice
Core stability exercises
Provision of equipment such as mobility aids to maximise your independence
Referral to other health professionals such as occupational therapists

Your physiotherapist will design a treatment programme based around your individual problems and will discuss your goals during the treatment planning process which will be reviewed regularly throughout your treatment.

Benefits of physiotherapy may include:

Improved mobility
Improved independence
Reduced number of falls
Improved balance and coordination
Improved confidence
Improved muscle strength

Ataxia

To book an assessment or for more information please email office@manchesterneurophysio.co.uk call 0161 883 0066 .

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