Neuro Physiotherapy

The Neurosciences Physiotherapy Department provides specialized care and rehabilitation for patients with neurological disorders and diseases. It is committed to restoring function, independence, and quality of life through evidence-based physiotherapy interventions.

Conditions Addressed
Students are trained to assess and manage patients with:
Neurodegenerative Disorders: ALS, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis
Developmental Disorders: Cerebral Palsy
Neurological Injuries: Brain injury, Spinal cord injury
Vascular Conditions: Stroke and related impairments

Training Scope
Training emphasizes rehabilitation strategies for:
Vision and perceptual deficits
Balance and coordination problems
Ambulation and gait disturbances
Limitations in activities of daily living (ADLs)
Movement disorders and motor control issues
Speech and communication difficulties
Loss of functional independence

Academic Focus
Students gain expertise in:
Neurological Assessment: Identifying impairments and functional limitations
Therapeutic Techniques: Neurofacilitation, motor relearning, balance training, and functional task practice
Rehabilitation Principles: Promoting independence and maximizing recovery potential
Holistic Care: Addressing physical, cognitive, and psychosocial aspects of neurological rehabilitation

Objective
The department’s primary goal is to prepare students to deliver comprehensive physiotherapy care for neurological patients, enabling them to regain mobility, independence, and improved quality of life.