Neurological physiotherapy is a specialised category of physiotherapy and are experts in creating neuroplasticity (which is the ability of the brain and spinal cord to remodel and develop new pathways) and retraining the brain. All graduate physiotherapy schools teach basic neurological rehabilitation and then therapists can choose to specialise in the area of neurological physiotherapy [...]
Gilly Davy had the pleasure of being interviewed by the Australian local radio network prior to one of the neurological satellite clinics that Connect Neuro Physiotherapy were running. The discussion was based around what a neurological physiotherapist does, some great exposure for the profession. Click on the link below https://soundcloud.com/abcnsw/neuro-physiotherapy-gilly-davey-visits-armidale
Did you know that Nordic Walking can assist in protecting your brain from aging! Not only is Nordic Walking a fantastic option for cardiorespiratory fitness, it also is an excellent gait rehabilitation tool for those living with a neurological condition and it can offer neurological protection. Connect Neuro Physiotherapy were asked to present a talk on the [...]
Watch this 5 minute video to learn about the core principles of exercise for Parkinson's Disease which has the potential to slow down the progression, these are essential for anyone with Parkinson's.
Getting adequate sleep of 7 – 8 hours a night is vital for mental and physical repair and wellbeing a daily necessity that many people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) struggle with. Sleep is needed to; […]
Connect Neuro Physiotherapy was given the opportunity to showcase the development and the public need to more accessible access to the specialised skills of neurological physiotherapist at the 2015 Australian National Parkinson’s Disease Conference in Adelaide. The poster was well received by the audience. The poster also had a supporting 5 minute video on the [...]
Do you know how to clinical influence the ability for your clients to neuroplastically develop and improve? Well first of all you need to understand the key principles of neuroplasticity and then be able to fundamentally implement them. Our next presentation will cover these key elements in Auckland on the 14th May. This talk will [...]
It was fantastic news to receive the email last week announcing Connect Neuro Physiotherapy's first abstract submission has been accepted to present a poster presentation on the following title at Australia's National Parkinson's Disease conference; The value, impact and accessibility of online eHealth neurological physiotherapy The poster presentation will discus each of the elements; value, [...]
This talk is designed to educate you on the latest evidence based rehabilitation for Multiple Sclerosis. You will be introduced to the main principles of exercise specific to MS and how to practically implement them. The latest evidence is directing a significant change in the historical approach to MS and exercise. Gilly Davy from Connect [...]
There is currently quite a bit of research going on regarding WHY people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) are affect by the heat. Heat sensitivity can be a common problem for people with MS. When the core body temperature starts to rise above 37.5 degrees C, there is a disruption in the conduction of nerve impulses. [...]
