There are many conditions that may be considered rare neurological conditions such as: Rett Syndrome, Down’s Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy and many more.
Treatment plans will depend on the severity of the condition and our therapists are highly specialised in treating young adults, children and babies with these conditions where physical movements have been affected.
Some common treatments include:
· Hands on physiotherapy treatment
· Exercise therapy using a variety of equipment that meets your child’s therapy and play needs
· Treadmill therapy – using the LiteGait or AlterG anti-gravity treadmill
· Electrical Stimulation or Functional ElectricalStimulation to help with sensory feedback, muscle strengthening, circulation and timing of movement
· Postural advice
Friedreich’s ataxia causes nervous system damage and movement problems. It usually begins in childhood and leads to impaired muscle coordination (ataxia) that worsens over time.
Read moreUllrich Congenital Muscular Dystrophy is a condition that mainly affects skeletal muscles, which are the muscles used for movement. Affected individuals show muscle weakness soon after birth.
Read moreThis muscular dystrophy is caused by a deficiency of dystrophin, a protein that helps strengthen muscle fibres and protect them from injury. It appears primarily in males between ages 11 and 25.
Read moreDMD is the most common form of muscular dystrophy among children and only affects boys. DMD is caused by a deficiency of dystrophin, a protein that helps strengthen muscle fibres and protect them from injury.
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