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Why do you need a neuro-respiratory physiotherapist if you have a spinal injury?

– JUNE 2022 –

Why do you need a neuro-respiratory physiotherapist if you have a spinal injury?

For anyone with a spinal cord injury, it’s very common to also experience respiratory complications. This is because a spinal cord injury often results in respiratory muscle weakness. A spinal injury can put strain on the chest wall, rib cage, abdominal muscles and diaphragm, which ultimately impacts breathing. Depending on which part of the spine is damaged, be it the neck, middle or lower back, this determines how breathing is compromised.

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Key things to look for when choosing physiotherapy for stroke patients at home

Goals, Home Physio, News, Stroke / assessment, Goal Setting, Home physio, Personal Care, Personal Experience, Stroke, wellbeing

– AUGUST 2021 –

Key things to look for when choosing physiotherapy for stroke patients at home

Different kinds of strokes relate to different parts of the brain and the resulting level of physical impairment depends on which area of the brain has been impacted. This is why when it comes to choosing your physiotherapist, it is essential to work with someone who has a deep understanding of the brain and specialises in neuro physio.

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The 3 common mistakes that cause more harm than help in stroke rehabilitation

Home Physio, Stroke, Support Coordinators / assessment, Common mistakes, home rehabilitation, Recovery, Stroke

– AUGUST 2021 –

The 3 common mistakes that cause more harm than help in stroke rehabilitation

When planning the best course of action for suitable rehabilitation exercises for someone recovering from a stroke, it is so important to remember that there is no cookie-cutter solution, where one approach fits all. We all have different, unique brains and no two strokes are the same either.

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The 5 reasons taking our time saves you time and money and improves your progress

Goals, News, Value / assessment, Communication, Goal Setting, Value for Money, We go at your pace, wellbeing

– JULY 2021 –

The 5 reasons taking our time saves you time and money and improves your progress

It’s understandable that as a patient, you want to get on with your physiotherapy treatment as quickly as possible and it would be easy to think that starting straight away will be the best use of your money. This simply isn’t the case. Rushing into a treatment program, without first taking the time needed to fully understand your medical history and lifestyle impact to this point, could mean longer therapy time and costly progress delays for you.

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Why we give more time and you get less stress

Home Assessment, Home Physio, Support Coordinators / assessment, Home physio, home rehabilitation, Stress

– JUNE 2021 –

Why we give more time and you get less stress

From the moment we start working with someone new on our service, we go the extra mile in how we invest our time. Like detectives, we begin an extensive process of discovery to learn everything we can about the participant’s disability, how it impacts their daily life, and where their goals sit in the context of their daily living. We also connect with their closest family members to get a better understanding of the medical history and to hear different viewpoints for a well-rounded picture. In addition, we reach out to their GP to compile a list of the participant’s medications and check them against their illnesses and symptoms.

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There’s hope! Solutions for chronic respiratory issues in neuro conditions

Neuro Physio, News, Respiratory Disorders / assessment, Interconnected Conditions, Neurological Conditions, Respiratory Conditions

– JUNE 2021 –

There’s hope! Solutions for chronic respiratory issues in neuro conditions

For anyone with a neurological condition, who has also experienced repeated respiratory issues such as chest infections, we need to talk. The endless cycles of antibiotics can, at best, improve symptoms but only for them to worsen again, once the course of tablets is complete. Does this sound familiar?

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Why people with neurological conditions experience chronic respiratory issues

Multidisciplinary, Neuro Physio, Respiratory Disorders, Support Coordinators / assessment, Cross Disciplinary, Interconnected Conditions, Multi Specialisation, Neurological Conditions, Respiratory Conditions

– JUNE 2021 –

Why people with neurological conditions experience chronic respiratory issues

Connecting the dots between neuro and respiratory conditions
The link between neurological conditions and co-existing respiratory conditions impacts so many people, and yet it is not being given the focused attention it urgently requires. At Active Edge Physio, we are passionate about taking a personalised holistic approach to health, considering the intricate interconnections throughout the whole body, as opposed to viewing it in isolated sections.

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How we can make your time and money go further with your healthcare

Multidisciplinary, Neuro Physio, News / assessment, Cross Disciplinary, equipment, Goal Setting, treatment, Value for Money

– MAY 2021 –

How we can make your time and money go further with your healthcare

Our primary objective is to give you the best help possible for your healing journey. As a crucial part of this commitment to your wellbeing, we also ensure that your money goes as far as it can, for the best quality of care. Funding healthcare can be stressful and frustrating and we don’t want a second of your time wasted.

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Talking about Traumatic Brain Injuries

Brain Injury, NDIS, Neuro Physio, News / assessment, Goal Setting, Home physio, home rehabilitation, mobile physio, treatment, What to expect

– JANUARY 2021 –

TALKING ABOUT TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURIES

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an often unexpected, yet devastating event for a person and their family. Known as an injury to the brain by an external force, common causes include motor accidents, falls, being struck by an object or assault. Alongside being a major cause of lifelong disability, TBI’s are a complex injury with a huge spectrum of symptoms and outcomes – physically, mentally, socially and cognitively.

They can quite literally turn your life upside down in a matter of minutes.

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Creating a physiotherapy plan with a complex disability

NDIS, Neuro Physio, News / assessment, Goal Setting, Home physio, home rehabilitation, mobile physio, treatment

– NOVEMBER 2020 –

Creating a physiotherapy plan with a complex disability

As neurological physiotherapists and specialists in treating clients with brain or spinal cord injuries or diseases, we understand how challenging the journey to recovery or robust maintenance of your condition can be. You want to feel like your condition is under control and you’re doing everything you can to alleviate the symptoms or reach those big goals. Some days, feeling great again may seem impossible, others you may celebrate small wins or gains with those you love.

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