The specialist teams at local neurological rehabilitation centres in Northampton, Christchurch View and Loyd House — part of Active Care Group — recently welcomed a variety of guests to celebrate […] The post Local leaders and industry professionals enjoy tour of refurbished centres first appeared on Neuro Rehab Times ..read more

In 2021, Craig suffered a life changing injury, which left him without the use of his legs. He has since been trying to regain his independence, and QEF Mobility have […] The post Craig’s journey to regain his independent mobility first appeared on Neuro Rehab Times ..read more

The STEPS II study is investigating functional electrical stimulation (FES) in people with Parkinson’s disease to help improve their walking. Dr Paul Taylor, co-founder and Clinical Director of Odstock Medical […] The post STEPS II: Exploring electrical stimulation for Parkinson’s disease first appeared on Neuro Rehab Times ..read more

The annual NR Times awards celebrate the very best in neuro and spinal injury rehab. There are 13 awards up for grabs this year, with categories spanning everything from charities […] The post Just over a month left to nominate your Leader of the Year first appeared on Neuro Rehab Times ..read more

Keswick-based rehab service Calvert Reconnections hosted its latest experience day last week, with professionals from Sintons, Sherwood Therapy Services, Westmorland and Furness Council and RSA Insurance visiting the centre to […] The post Calvert Reconnections hosts successful experience day first appeared on Neuro Rehab Times ..read more

Breakthrough Case Management brings together a host of healthcare disciplines, to give clients the best possible highly specialist service and to enable referrers to match their skillset to the specific […] The post The importance of specialisms in case management first appeared on Neuro Rehab Times ..read more

On Wednesday the 10th of July, the care regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC), announced that Bethany Lodge and Bethany House in Dymchurch — part of Active Care Group — have both been awarded with a ‘Good’ rating across all assessment frameworks of being safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led. This is thanks, in no small part, to the continuous dedication to quality of care and teamwork at both services. During the assessments at these residential services for individuals who have epilepsy, brain injuries and degenerative illnesses — inspectors heard from residents, family me ..read more

Occupational Therapy and community are threads that run through daily life at Richardson Care – a specialist provider of residential brain injury rehab services. Occupational Therapy is led by Specialist Neurological Occupational Therapist, Heather Bushell, and implemented by Activity Support Workers every day. Re-building self-identity Occupational Therapists play a crucial role in supporting individuals with brain injuries as they transition into volunteering or other vocational occupations. Engaging in such occupations helps individuals to rebuild their self-identity, which can often be sig ..read more

Rehab tech company Fourier Rehab recently participated in the 7th MOH Physiotherapy Conference 2024. Supported by the Ministry of Health Malaysia, the conference was held in the East Coast of Malaysia from the 15th to the 18th of July 2024. Officiated by Dr. Zaini Bin Hussin, the four-day event featured many activities such as exhibitions, workshops and poster presentations;. A seasoned participant in exhibitions and conferences worldwide, Fourier Rehab showcased its advanced solutions for the upper and lower limbs. Key highlights at the exhibition included demonstrations of Fourier Rehab’s fl ..read more

A potential alternative and less-invasive approach to measuring intracranial pressure (ICP) in traumatic brain injury patients has been reported. ICP is a physiological variable that can increase abnormally when one has acute brain injury, stroke or obstruction to the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. Symptoms of elevated ICP may include headaches, blurred vision, vomiting, changes in behaviour and decreased level of consciousness. It can be life-threatening, hence the need for ICP monitoring in selected patients who are at increased risk. However, the current standard for ICP monitoring is highly ..read more