Physiotherapy for Spinal Cord Injury

At PaedsPhysio we support children who have experienced a spinal cord injury in their rehabilitation and to return to the activities that they love.

Neurological Conditions

Spinal Injury

At PaedsPhysio, we offer bespoke intervention to children and young people who have suffered from spinal cord injury, whether this is traumatic (i.e. following injury) or non-traumatic (i.e. transverse myelitis, spinal tumour, spinal infarct). As Paediatric Physiotherapists, we have a key role in enabling our clients to lead a fulfilling life, facilitating their experience in all aspects of life, focusing on their function and participation.

  • Comprehensive subjective and objective assessment.
  • Identification of needs and formulation of specific, targeted goals.
  • Management of skin integrity and sensory loss.
  • Management of joint ranges of movement and muscle length.
  • Support and facilitation of participation in physical activities.
  • Recommendation for specialist equipment for mobility, transfers, postural management, bone density.
  • Recommendation for orthotics for function and maintenance of joint range.
  • Advice on respiratory management / use of specialist equipment for airway clearance.
  • Treatment options may include hydrotherapy or land-based sessions as appropriate.
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