Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)

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Conditions

Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) occurs when the spinal cord gets damaged. The damage to the spinal cord might be complete or incomplete and can happen form a range of reasons, such as; from a Road Traffic Incident, falls, sporting injuries, or from a disease, such as Polio, Spinal Bifida or Transverse Myelitis.

Depending on the level of Spinal Cord Injury and if it is complete or incomplete, the problems associated can include:

Muscle weakness/paralysis
Reduced ability to breathe
Loss of general mobility and balance
Loss of functional movement
Poor posture
Pain

Physio + Health Matters have over 20 years’ experience and a team of specialist clinicians to support you in your rehabilitation needs. We have a range of options including (but not limited to)

Hands on therapy
Exercise Therapy / Home exercise plans
Hydrotherapy
Spasticity management / Botulinum toxin injections
Orthotics and biomechanics assessment
TENS, Ultrasound, interferential electrotherapy
Lycra suits
Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)

Make an appointment

Appointments can be arranged by telephone or email. Self-funding patients can refer themselves to physio. We do not require a referral from your doctor.

Call Now
01676 533106 Email

Treatments

Process of Therapy

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Assessment

The physiotherapist will take a history and conduct a physical examination.

Diagnosis

The findings will then be discussed with you and a diagnosis made.

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Treatment Plan

A treatment plan will be compiled taking into consideration your goals and expectations. The physiotherapist will discuss prognosis and any further investigation that they feel you may need.