Neurological Physical Therapy

What Conditions Can Neurological Physical Therapy Help With?

Neurological physical therapy can help individuals experiencing movement, strength, balance, coordination, or walking limitations related to neurological conditions. Rehabilitation is individualized according to the person's diagnosis, impairments, abilities, and functional goals.

 

Can Physical Therapy Help Improve Walking, Balance, and Coordination After a Neurological Condition?

Yes. Physical therapy can address walking, balance, strength, coordination, transfers, and other functional activities affected by neurological conditions. Treatment may use repetitive practice, progressive exercise, task-specific training, and strategies designed around the individual's goals.

 

Who Can Benefit From Neurological Rehabilitation?

People experiencing physical limitations following neurological conditions may benefit from rehabilitation. Depending on the individual's needs, this can include people with conditions affecting walking, balance, coordination, strength, or functional independence.

 

How Does Neurological Physical Therapy Help Improve Independence?

Neurological rehabilitation focuses on improving the physical abilities needed for daily activities. Treatment may target walking, transfers, balance, strength, coordination, endurance, and strategies for safely performing functional tasks.

 

What Can I Expect During a Neurological Physical Therapy Evaluation?

The evaluation may examine strength, mobility, balance, coordination, gait, transfers, functional activities, and other relevant physical abilities. Your physical therapist will use these findings to develop an individualized rehabilitation plan based on your current abilities and goals.