Physiotherapy for Stroke

A person following a stroke will benefit from physiotherapy treatment. Manchester Physio have experienced neurological physiotherapists, that provide specialist assessment and treatment for people following a stroke, to enable them to perform everyday tasks more independently and help them to make significant long term improvements.

Benefits of physiotherapy at Manchester Physio following a stroke include:

Facilitating normal movement patterns
Improving activity of the affected side
Improving function such as rolling, sitting balance, standing and walking
Normalising muscle tone
Improving sensation
Enhancing muscle strength
Improving postural stability
Increasing energy levels
Reducing pain and stiffness
Facilitating independence
Improving quality of life

Our physiotherapists treat many people following a stroke and are experienced at providing individualised rehabilitation for all our patients to ensure that they make the best possible recovery. Every person with a stroke is different. Treatment will therefore be tailored to your current symptoms and physical function and may include:

Practicing functional activities to improve activity of the weaker side and promoting independence
Teaching transfers (getting in and out of wheelchair, bed, car, shower/bath, on and off toilet)
Muscle stretching to reduce high tone and prevent soft tissue contractures
Exercises to build muscle strength and stamina and reduce fatigue
Constraint induced movement therapy (CIMT) to improve upper limb function
Advice on walking aids, supports, splints and orthotics
Hydrotherapy treatment to maximise strength and flexibility
Functional electrical stimulation

Physiotherapy treatment at Manchester Physio will make everyday tasks easier to achieve by working closely with you, your partner, family or carer. Your physiotherapist will guide and support you throughout your rehabilitation to ensure you make the best possible recovery.

For more information on physiotherapy for stroke, or to book an appointment please call 0161 883 0077.

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