Devon Stroke & Neuro Physio | Expert Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation

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Providing specialist stroke rehab and neurological physiotherapy for adults across the South Hams, Plymouth, Tavistock, Newton Abbot and surrounding areas.Helping people regain movement, confidence and independence after stroke, other neurological conditions or mobility difficulties.Offering home visits, clinic sessions and hydrotherapy, with flexible appointment times to suit you.One‑to‑one specialist neuro physio with 17+ years’ experience in stroke and neurological rehabilitation.

01752 394554

Call 01752 394554 or text 07766025287, welcoming any questions from you or your family.

Professional, friendly service. Email [email protected] to book an appointment or to simply find out more.

Where do sessions take place?
What conditions do you treat?
What treatments do you provide?

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Location of rehab sessions

> Home visits within South and West Devon.Home visits enable one-to-one physiotherapy without travel or waiting rooms, ideal for people with fatigue or reduced mobility. Family and carers can be involved from day one, which supports consistent practice between sessions.> Sessions in clinic space at Ivybridge Leisure Centre.Clinic sessions provide a large space with access to a plinth, gym bar and a range of gym equipment.> Hydrotherapy at Newton Abbots Hydro hub.Hydrotherapy provides physical and mental benefits by using warm water to ease movement and pain, relax muscles, and improve strength. Its buoyancy reduces weight-bearing stress, making it ideal for rehabilitation. The pool and changing facilities have accessible hoist facilities.

Conditions

Experienced in supporting people with:> Stroke
> Acquired brain injury
> Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
> Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
> Parkinson's Disease
> Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
> Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS)
> Vestibular problems (BPPV, dizziness, vertigo)
> Balance problems
> Reduced mobility
> Falls
> Orthopaedic conditions

Treatments

Offering a range of treatments to help you achieve your goals.

Physio led exercises

Targeting areas of weakness to reduce pain, improve muscle strength and mobility to meet your needs.

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Sitting balance & core stability rehab

Improving core stability, awareness of alignment and sitting balance reactions can improve your ability to sit independently.

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Sit to stand and standing balance rehab

Working on leg strength, core stability and balance reactions can help you regain your ability to stand safely.

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Walking (gait) re-education

Regaining an efficient walking pattern is a common goal. Physiotherapy focuses on repetitive movements, stepping and standing practice, to help re-build pathways to the brain. We assess for mobility aids, orthotics and work on falls prevention.

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Arm (upper limb) therapy

Rehab for you arm can include assisted functional task practice, assessment for orthotics/splints, care plans, positioning advice, pain management and taping.

Spasticity management

Spasticity (high tone) can be managed with specific exercises, stretches and postural management techniques. Where appropriate, we can refer you to NHS neuro consultants for consideration of Botulinum toxin injections, if this would be beneficial to you.

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Pain management

Pain is common with many neurological conditions. Physiotherapy can help to reduce pain with postural advice, positioning care plans, exercises, stretches or orthotics. The aim being to restore normal movement patterns.

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NeuroMuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)

NMES uses small electrical impulses to make muscles contract and relax, helping to strengthen weakened muscles (for example after a stroke). This device can be used on the arm or leg to increase muscle power and function.

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Hydrotherapy

The warm water and buoyancy of the hydro pool provide an opportunity for freedom of movement. Many clients find this to be a more enjoyable way to rehabilitate. Hydrotherapy can help increase strength and muscle length, reduce pain, improve core stability and balance, improve cardiovascular fitness and allow relaxation.

Tailored independent exercise programmes

Written exercises programme can be provided, with easy-to-follow photos tailored to your goals. These are updated regularly as you progress. Programmes can be adapted for a clients cognitive or communication needs.

About Us

Experts in rehab

Passionate about rehabilitation, enabling people to regain independence and return to the things they enjoy.

17+ years experience

17+ years NHS experience in rehabilitation, bringing you a wealth of experience to help you achieve your goals.

Professional and caring service

Excellent attention to detail, ensuring we work on everything that is important to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

£85 for a 60-minute home visit or clinic session.
For home visits there is an additional travel charge of 50p a mile from PL21 postcode. Hydrotherapy is £15 in addition payable to the Hydrohub charity. Clinic sessions are £15 in addition for room hire.

Home visits in Ivybridge, Totnes, across the South Hams, Plymouth, Plympton, Plymstock, Newton Abbot, Yelverton, Tavistock - and everywhere in between.

Yes, if you are receiving NHS therapy input or are on a waiting list it is no problem to have private Physiotherapy at the same time. We are very familiar with NHS services in the area and find that a clear plan between the two teams leads to the best outcomes for you.

Your Physiotherapist would visit you at your home, at clinic space in Ivybridge Leisure Centre or at the Newton Abbot Hydrohub (if you choose to have Hydrotherapy).
We bring the rehab equipment required. This may include balance pads, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, TheraBand, Thera putty. We can assess for any walking aids, equipment or orthotics which may be beneficial to you.

Stroke
Acquired brain injury
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
Parkinson's Disease
Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS)
Vestibular problems– (dizziness, vertigo)
General balance problems, reduced mobility, falls and orthopaedic conditions

Clients or their family members can call us on 01752 394554 or email [email protected] to discuss any queries or book an initial appointment.

Contact Us

We are happy to answer any questions, if you want to find out more about us or book an assessment please email using the form below or call 01752 394554.