What is a movement disorder and how will this condition affect me?
Movement Disorders refer to a variety of conditions that disrupt the control and coordination of body movements, resulting in symptoms such as involuntary movements, tremors, muscle stiffness, and challenges with posture and walking. Examples of these conditions include Huntington’s Disease, Ataxia, Dystonia, and Multi-System Atrophy.
Exercise Physiology
- Cardiovascular exercise
- Training for strength and mobility
- Managing fatigue
- Utilising Functional Electrical Stimulation (RT300 Bike) to address secondary complications
- Hydrotherapy
- Preventing falls
- Gait training (using harnesses or overground)
What technologies at WCN would benefit me?
- LiteGait
- Reformer pilates machine
- Electrical stimulation
- Functional weight trainer
- Standing frame
- Wheelchair Scales
What specialty services at WCN would benefit me?
- Locomotor Training Program
- Intensive therapies
- Hydrotherapy
- Manual Therapy: Techniques such as massage, dry needling, and mobilisation to alleviate pain, enhance mobility, and improve function.
- Equipment Prescription: Recommendations for gait aids, standing frames, and wheelchairs.
- Range of Motion and Mobility Training: Exercises to enhance flexibility and movement.
- Strength Training: Exercises to build and maintain muscle strength.
- Balance and Falls Prevention: Strategies to improve balance and reduce fall risk.
- Hydrotherapy: Water-based therapy to support rehabilitation and comfort.
- Task-Specific Training: Exercises aimed at improving movement quality through functional activities.