Spinal cord injury

Recovery from an incomplete spinal cord injury can continue for years. Ongoing skilled neuro-physiotherapy can maximize the person’s recovery and help them achieve optimal functioning.

Treatment can help with walking, balance and posture. During treatment, we can also give advice on a home exercise programme and on the most effective equipment and aids.

A complete spinal cord injury can often be successfully managed by the person affected alone, but the continuing occasional input of a skilled neuro-physiotherapist can help progress towards movement goals (eg. sports, stairs and transfers).

Treatment helps:

• maintain leg flexibility and prevents contractures
• prevent osteoporosis and contractures through the use of standing programs
• prevent postural problems in wheelchair.

If you would like to find out more about how we treat spinal cord injury, please contact Sally Watt, our Practice Manager, on (01306) 888171 or email her.

Unfortunately, we are unable to give specific advice to anyone about their condition without first assessing them, as everyone has different clinical needs and goals.