Physiotherapist In Laxmi Nagar

The term 'neurological disorder' applies to conditions that arise from dysfunction in part of the brain, spinal cord and / or peripheral nerves. This can result in difficulties movement, muscle tone, strength, sensation, balance etc. resulting in a condition that impact the ability of a child to perform tasks like other healthy children.

The role of physiotherapy in neurological disorders is to provide a detailed assessment and treatment to ensure that the child functions to the maximum possible level. Physiotherapy helps a child gain confidence and enhances his/her self-esteem through promotion of independence.

The Physiotherapist's assessment has 2 initial purposes :

To help identify children with disabilities requiring physiotherapy and related services;
To document impairments, their degree of severity and provide baseline information that help in developing intervention goals and objectives.

Physiotherapists provide services to children with disabilities in 4 main areas:

Improving motor function:

Maintaining/ improving Range of Motion (ROM)

After examining, the current problems are identified. ROM exercises that incorporate stretching and exercises to lengthen the tight muscles and prevent deformities, and reduce contractures are prescribed.

Enhancing motor experiences

This may be achieved through an individualized exercise program through Integration of tactile, visual, auditory, proprioceptive, kinesthetic and vestibular input.

The therapist's knowledge of how typical development occurs helps the therapist prevent undesirable postural changes.

Improving balance which helps in developing neck and trunk control and enables controlled task performance.