Children's neurological physiotherapy
The paediatric neurological physiotherapists see a wide variety of neurological patients and offer excellent services for children.
Inpatient rehabilitation for neurological patients can start in the very acute stages in PICU| or HDU, and this rehabilitation often continues until discharge from hospital. The physiotherapists cover all children's wards and Bursledon House|. Conditions seen include head injuries, stroke, and spinal cord illnesses. As with other areas, multi-disciplinary team working is central to the neurological rehabilitation service.
Outpatient services include:
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Neuromuscular clinic where children with neuromuscular conditions are assessed by the physiotherapist before being seen by the consultant
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Botulinum toxin clinic – joint assessment with specialist nurse and consultant
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Various neurological conditions both pre- and post- diagnosis
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Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
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Obesity