Are You Living With a Neurological Condition?
Physical Therapy Can Help You Regain Independence
If you have a neurological condition, you are well aware of how it impacts your life. Your mobility may be limited, your quality of life may suffer, and you may be unable to function as independently as you would like.
Fortunately, physical therapy can be an effective treatment.
Physical therapy for neurological disorders works to regain as much function and mobility as possible, allowing you to move around more easily.
Our physical therapists at Advantage Physical Therapy – FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Center treat mobility issues caused by injury or nervous system disorders. Our experts will assess your condition and create the best care plan for you.
If you would like more information on how our physical therapy services can benefit your condition and help you learn how to manage your neurological condition, schedule an appointment today.
How can physical therapy be combined with Neurotherapy?
Neurotherapy is a non-invasive technique that analyzes brain activity to help patients recover function.
It identifies areas of the brain that need enhancement. Then our physical therapist uses physical therapy to target, use, and reinforce those areas.
In order to accomplish this, an EEG is used. The EEG is used in conjunction with Neurotherapy to assess brain function and construct ‘brain maps.’
However, we will not be working alone. Our physical and neurological therapists collaborate to create the right care plan for each patient.
By participating in physical therapy sessions after a neurological injury, your stamina will increase, you will be able to perform targeted activities, and you will regain your independence much sooner.
Common neurological conditions
There are various neurological disorders. These kinds of circumstances have an impact on how an individual is going to travel comfortably.
Their muscle control may be severely compromised, and they may be unable to act independently in certain cases.
The following are a few examples of common neurological conditions:
Stroke
Stroke is a leading cause of disability in adults. Advantage Physical Therapy / FYZICAL Ventura can help relieve the effects of a stroke by working to improve balance, walking, and the use of assistive devices.
Common therapies for post-stroke rehabilitation include:
- Functional electrical stimulation
- Neurotherapy techniques (Biofeedback)
- Partial body weight support
- Motor image
- Constraint-induced movement therapy
Biofeedback is a form of neurological therapy that assists in improving and understanding muscle function.
To do this we apply electrodes to the skin and view muscle activity on the device. Don’t worry, this process is painless.
After a stroke, our physical therapists will help you recover your functional skills so that you can get back to living life normally.
ALS
ALS is a neurodegenerative condition that worsens over time. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) usually starts in the hands, legs, and extremities before progressing to the central nervous system.
People who develop ALS usually have trouble walking at first because they may tip over or lose their balance. Muscle cramps and weakness in the hands and legs are also common.
As ALS progresses across the body, it can affect how a person uses their extremities, speaks, swallows, and even breathes.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for ALS at the moment. Our recovery team’s task is to assist in maintaining function and freedom for as long as possible.
Advantage Physical Therapy / FYZICAL Ventura also focuses on the prevention of secondary complications (such as injuries associated with falling). We do this by providing protection and adaptation information while using assistive devices.
Our physical therapists may prescribe the use of supportive equipment. These can include canes, walkers, wheelchairs, braces, and other aids.
Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the nerve cells in the brain.
Extreme tremors, slurred speech, and rare, uncontrollable facial expressions are common Parkinson’s disease symptoms.
Physical exercise, luckily, will help to slow the development of Parkinson’s disease and relieve symptoms.
It also increases endurance and strength by treating several problems caused by Parkinson’s disease.
Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disorder that affects the brain and the spinal cord. Typical signs of multiple sclerosis are pressure, fatigue, and exhaustion.
If it progresses, this disease may be crippling. Fortunately, physical therapy will help treat and reduce these effects if you are struggling with this illness.
In addition to being given advice on how to use assistive devices properly, you will work with our Advantage Physical Therapy – FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Center therapists on activities to help with balance and movement.
With targeted exercises, our physical therapist will provide you with personalized stretches to relieve muscle spasms and increase strength and range of motion.
Our goal for patients with multiple sclerosis is to be able to move as easily as possible.
Call Advantage Physical Therapy – FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Center neurological condition today
Now that you know a little bit more about Neurological disorders, and how we can help, give us a call!
Are you dealing with any of these conditions and finding it difficult to maintain a sense of independence in your everyday life?
Know that you don’t have to go down this road alone. If you are living with a neurological condition that is keeping you from living the life you want to live, please contact our physical therapy office right away.
To provide you with the best treatment possible, our physical therapists at Advantage Physical Therapy – FYZICAL Therapy and Balance Center will collaborate closely with neurological specialists.
If you are ready to start working on your neurological condition, make an appointment to speak with one of our physical therapists!