Physiotherapy is an integral part of the rehabilitation process. Working in partnership with the multidisciplinary team members, the patient and their family to achieve the goals of maximising independence, mobility and fitness. Physiotherapist will work with patients on the Burwood Spinal Unit from the day they arrive and provides input at all stages of someone's rehabilitation journey.
Physiotherapy may include the following:
Respiratory techniques and interventions
Functional activity retraining e.g.
Balance retraining
Gait re-education
Bodyweight support treadmill training
Passive movements and stretching
Strengthening exercises
Electrical stimulation of muscles
Functional electrical stimulated cycling
Functional electrical stimulation to assist gait
Wheelchair skills
Cardiovascular and fitness training
Manual therapy techniques
Hydrotherapy
Liaison with orthotists regarding provision of orthoses to assist function and gait