Neurophysiotherapy
Physiotherapy helps restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability.
Neurophysiotherapy is a specialism of general physiotherapy. Neurophysiotherapy involves the treatment of movement and function disorders associated with neurological damage i.e. Stroke, brain injury or spinal cord injury, etc.
Our Neurophysiotherapists specialise in the assessment and treatment of problems arising from these neurological conditions.
The neurological problems can manifest as:
- Poor Balance and Co-ordination
- Muscle tightness/spasticity
- Muscle weakness
- Problems with sensation etc
Common Conditions That We Treat
Brain Injury
Stroke
Spinal cord injury
Balance Disorder
Gait Rehabilitation
Pain Management
Meet the Team
Shikha Zalpuri Kapila
Shikha is a Neuro Physiotherapist with experience in neurological, musculoskeletal and long-term rehabilitation. Shikha completed her degree in Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2002 and has worked in various multidisciplinary setups in Delhi, India. Shikha has also worked as a Case Manager since 2014 and has experience of clients suffering from brain injury, orthopaedic injuries, spinal injuries, musculoskeletal injuries and she has also worked on paediatric and geriatric cases. Shikha uses her knowledge of physical disability to support clients, particularly those with complex physical issues.
Susan Gilhespie
Susan qualified with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy in 2002 and since then has continued to work within the NHS, initially rotating between specialities such as Orthopaedics, Medical, Amputee Rehabilitation, Neurology and Neurosurgery. During this time, she developed an interest in rehabilitation, particularly in those with neurological deficit. Since 2007 Susan has worked as a Specialist Physiotherapist in the Queen Elizabeth National Spinal Injuries Unit in Glasgow, where she continues to work with those who have sustained spinal cord injury. This work takes individuals from the acute stages of injury, through rehabilitation until discharge back into the community. Susan is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
Pricing
Initial telephone or online consultation is FREE.
Fees for individual assessment and therapy sessions are noted below. Therapy sessions are based on 50-60 minutes.
Physiotherapy Assessment
- Includes assessment, summary report and feedback consultation
- Travel costs may be incurred for home visits
Physiotherapy Sessions
- Individual Physiotherapy Sessions
- Travel costs may be incurred for home visits
Neurophysiotherapy Assessment
- Includes assessment, summary report and feedback consultation
- Travel costs may be incurred for home visits
Neurophysiotherapy Session
- Individual Neurophysiotherapy Session
- Travel costs may be incurred for home visits
Acupuncture
Session
- Individual Acupuncture Sessions
- Travel costs may be incurred for home visits
Cancellation Policy: Clients are requested to provide a minimum of 24 hours' notice of any cancellations. The full fee is payable if insufficient notice is given.