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Physiotherapy for Huntingtons disease
Our specialised physiotherapists at Manchester Physio provide individualised assessment and treatment for people with Huntingtons disease. It is important to commence physiotherapy treatment as soon as possible as physiotherapy will benefit a person with Huntingtons disease.
Above: Experienced physiotherapist performing hip and knee stretches and mobilisations to reduce pain and muscle tone.Benefits of physiotherapy for Huntingtons disease include:
- Improving gross and fine motor control
- Increasing muscle activity
- Reducing stiffness
- Enhancing postural stability
- Improving cardiovascular fitness
- Improving balance
- Maximising mobility
- Reducing risk of falls
Above: Ankle stretches and mobilisations to relieve pain and stiffness.At Manchester Physio, our specialised physiotherapists understand that Huntingtons disease can have a significant impact on you and those close to you. Our dedicated physiotherapists at Manchester Physio will improve your function and quality of life by helping you achieve your goals and supporting your through a rehabilitation program specific to you which may include:
- Exercises to improve muscle activity and cardiovascular fitness
- Transfer rehab
- Posture advice to increase comfort and relieve stiffness
- Functional activities to increase independence
- Passive stretching to relieve pain and stiffness
- Balance training to improve awareness of limbs in space and reduce risk of falling
- Gait re-education
- Hydrotherapy treatment
- Advice about walking aids and orthotic devices
- Relaxation therapy
For more information on physiotherapy for Huntingtons disease, or to book an appointment please call 0161 883 0077.
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