Have you or a loved one experienced a stroke? We offer tailored Stroke Rehabilitation services focused on enhancing both mental and physical well-being for each person. Our team of expert therapists combine their clinical expertise with the knowledge and understanding of the latest advancements in rehabilitation technology to implement a personalised treatment program. Some of our Stroke treatment services may include:
Following the acute (immediate) stage of a stroke, rehabilitation becomes a vital part of the recovery process. Stroke rehabilitation focuses on helping individuals regain movement, independence, and confidence after neurological injury. Rehabilitation may take place in hospital, a specialist clinic, or within the community.
At PhysioFunction, we provide specialist stroke rehabilitation and Neurological Physiotherapy to support every stage of stroke recovery. Our specialist physiotherapists assess each client individually and design targeted treatment programmes to address the specific challenges caused by stroke.
The common aims of stroke rehabilitation can be:
Our aim is to support long-term stroke recovery by helping the brain relearn movement through repetition, guided therapy, and neuroplasticity.
Occupational therapy plays an important role in stroke rehabilitation by helping individuals regain independence in everyday life.
An Occupational Therapist (OT) can help with:
A Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) supports stroke survivors who experience difficulties with communication or swallowing.
Speech and language therapy can help with:
Medical Management - Stroke rehabilitation often involves a multidisciplinary team to support recovery.
This may include:
Stroke physiotherapy is a crucial for recovery and rehabilitation. It is important to start as soon as possible to maximise the benefits.
Key benefits include:
Regular neurological physiotherapy and stroke rehabilitation can make a significant difference to the quality of life and long-term recovery of stroke survivors.
Contact us today to book in a consultation with one of our experienced physiotherapists.
A Stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is suddenly interrupted, or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, spilling blood into the spaces surrounding brain cells.
There are 2 different types:
An Ischemic Stroke is a blockage of a blood vessel supplying the brain, ultimately causing a brain infarction (the death of brain tissue). Ischemic Stroke accounts for approximately 80% of all Stroke incidents. Ischemic Strokes can also be caused by either an abnormal narrowing or thickening of the artery wall. Also called Embolic Stroke or Thrombotic Stroke.
A Haemorrhagic Stroke is bleeding into or around the brain. Such strokes account for approximately 20% of all strokes. Also called Intracerebral Haemorrhage or Subarachnoid Haemorrhage. This can be caused following an injury or sudden rupture of blood vessels in the brain due to an underlying condition.
Brain cells die when they no longer receive oxygen and nutrients from the blood (Ischemic Stroke) or when they are damaged by sudden bleeding into or around the brain (Haemorrhagic Stroke). When blood flow to the brain is interrupted, some brain cells die immediately, while others remain at risk of death. Due to the damage to the brain tissues the connection between the brain and your body is affected. This causes weakness in muscles, stiffness of muscles and joints, lack of awareness of the affected side of the body, and lack of sensation on the affected side, along with pain and other discomforts. Research suggests that starting rehabilitation sooner can enhance recovery and improve the quality of life post-stroke.
A mini-stroke, or transient ischemic attack (TIA), occurs when there's a temporary disruption in blood flow to part of the brain, leading to stroke-like symptoms that typically resolve within minutes or hours.
Common symptoms include sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body, confusion, trouble speaking or understanding speech, vision disturbances, dizziness, or loss of balance.
While TIAs don't cause permanent damage, they serve as critical warnings;
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