Our neuro rehabilitation services are your ticket to wellness.
Retrain your brain using innovative research based movements in a fun way.
This way of rehabilitating is not only used for Parkinson’s disease but for all neurological conditions for brain changes can be made after stroke, MS or head injury. We can help you get your functional independence back.
Assessments
When we first see you, we need to get a baseline of your overall condition. We look into issues you want to work on and where you see your therapy sessions taking you. We also work with you to outline any movement problems, weaknesses, balance difficulties or walking difficulties. The assessments are a getting to know you session and you are welcome to ask any questions of us too. We need to work together to improve your ability to move so the assessment is a time to gauge whether we will be a good fit. If you forget to ask something at the first session, we can be contacted anytime by phone or email. If you would like someone with you for the first session, that is ok too just bear in mind distancing rules and everyone needs to be masked!. Care partners are an important part of the team so I may need to ask them questions too. With everyone on your team, we can make the greatest changes!
Sessions and Programs
Parkinson’s disease or any neurological condition affects everyone differently, therefore, we work with you on your issues to give you the greatest outcomes. We work with you from the first session, devise a plan which gives you immediate benefits. We tailor programs to fit you but we also have set weekly, monthly or 12 weeks programs for you to choose from too. If you would like to work with a group, then we have a 12 week bootcamp program which would be right up your alley! If you want to work on your own first, we can tailor the sessions to suit you and your lifestyle. Need to change a particular time, no problem, again lets work around your needs so you can focus on what is important. Any session or program we set for you, should not be a stressful experience, we are here to help and to guide you and will keep you moving as long as you want us as part of your team. As long as you put in some hardwork, we will match it and show you what can be possible!
Outdoor Walking Groups
Gaitway Neurophysio provides weekly hikes in local regions around the Greater Hamilton Area and nearby communities. Join in for group support while using local hiking trails. These walks are great for getting you out early, getting the instruction on how to walk with poles (if you choose to use them) and to chat to others who have Parkinsons. Having support from someone else who has Parkinsons, give you insight and help rather than trying to get a healthcare worker to help who may not know all the things available to you….. Being outdoors and walking trails also helps with mental health. It can help combat depression and keep you focussed on what’s important:- your ability to move and stay well.
Rock Steady Boxing
Hit Parkinson’s harder with Rock Steady Boxing. Our fitness instructor, Barb Drysdale, provides a non-contact boxing inspired fitness program which has been proven to dramatically improve the symptoms and progression of Parkinson’s disease. She encourages boxers to participate at their level but cheers you on to give your best effort while also having FUN!
Smovey rings
These rings are a dynamic fitness tool which help Parkinson’s symptoms. Parkinsons research in a nutshell currently indicates that exercise for Parkinsons needs to be intense, with large amplitude (big movements), repetitive and functional. These rings fit the bill for all these components.
Table Tennis and Ping-Pong
Table tennis isn’t just a game; it’s a therapy that offers a range of physical, cognitive, and emotional benefits for individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease. Embracing the sport can contribute to a more active and fulfilling lifestyle, helping to manage the challenges associated with Parkinson’s in a fun and engaging way.
Aquatherapy Yoga Classes
Dive into a world of wellness with our groundbreaking Aqua Yoga Class, tailored with care for those with Parkinson’s Disease. Immerse yourself in the soothing embrace of warm water, where buoyancy meets balance, fostering a unique environment for gentle movement and rejuvenation.
Osteopathy
Osteopathy is a profession that makes extensive use of manual assessment and treatment guided by the principles set forth by its founder, Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. Osteopathy emphasizes the interrelationship between structure and function of the body.
Osteopaths are functional anatomists who use manual therapy. They find the health, rather than focus on disease. Osteopathic treatment works to restore proper body mechanics, nerve impulses and the circulation of body fluids.
Pons Therapy
Discover the transformative power of this cutting-edge approach, offering new hope and possibilities for individuals on the journey to recovery from stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and multiple sclerosis (MS).cLet’s delve into the remarkable effects of Pons Therapy and how it’s rewriting the narrative of neurological rehabilitation.
Speech and Language Therapy
We have partnered with Get Loud Stay Loud to bring you fabulous Speech and language programs to help you use your voice and to keep the ability to communicate with everyone around you!
Living with Parkinson’s Disease presents unique challenges, and among them, vocal and swallowing issues can significantly impact one’s quality of life. Embracing the power of technology, virtual speech and language programs emerge as a transformative tool in managing these challenges effectively.