Neurological
Dr. Soumya’s Physiotherapy and Rehab is a Neurological physiotherapy clinic located in Pune. It is one of the best Neurological physiotherapy clinic in Pune. A neurologist is a medical doctor or osteopath who has trained in the diagnosis and treatment of nervous system disorders, including diseases of the brain, spinal cord, nerves and muscles. A neurologist is a physician specializing in neurology and trained to investigate, or diagnose and treat neurological disorders.Neurology is the branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the nervous system, that include the brain, blood vessels, muscles and nerves.
The important areas of neurology are: the autonomic, central and peripheral nervous systems. A physician who works in the field of neurology is called a neuogist;rol a neurosurgeon treats neurological disorders via surgery. Neurological physiotherapy involves the treatment of people with movement and function disorders that have originated from problems within the body’s nervous and neuromuscular system.
These conditions often manifest themselves as muscle weakness, poor balance, and coordination, uncontrolled muscle spasm, and tremors, loss of function and decreased sensation. Common neurological conditions include:
- Functional Neurological Disorders
- Stroke, CVA or TIA
- Spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries
- Multiple sclerosis
- Parkinson’s disease
Depending on the impairment, your physiotherapy treatment may include:
Passive Limb Exercises
If you are unable to move your arms and legs yourself
Positioning / Splinting
Correct limb positioning, or splint prescription, to ensure that your joints don’t tighten
Bed Exercises
To stretch and strengthen your muscles
Breathing and Circulation Exercises
To prevent respiratory and vascular complications such as chest infection and DVTs
Mobilisation
Assistance to move safely in bed, sit up, stand and walk
Mobility Aids
Prescription, advice, and instruction on how to safely use a walking frame, or other walking aids as required
Discharge Planning
Information regarding any necessary equipment that you may require at home after discharge
Tailored Exercise
Exercises to build strength, endurance, coordination, and balance