Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Rehabilitation

MND is a rare condition of unknown causes that causes damage to the ‘motor nerves’. There are two types of motor nerves, those in the brain and spinal cord, these are called ‘upper motor neurones’ and those in our arms, legs and trunk, the ‘lower motor neurones’. Unfortunately MND affects both the upper and lower motor neurones. The symptoms of MND can vary from person to person but may include:

  • Muscle wasting
  • Muscle weakness
  • Fasciculations (twitches or flickers in muscles felt under the skin)
  • Spasms and spasticity
  • Speech and swallow problems

There are serveral types of MND and each type can progress in different ways.

How can rehabilitation help MND?

Unfortunately there is no known cure for MND, however physiotherapy can be beneficial at managing the symptoms of the disease and help maximise function as the disease progresses.

MOTIONrehab® can provide specialist neurological physiotherapy to:

  • Help maintain the strength of muscles
  • Keep joints and muscles flexible
  • Provide stretches
  • Posture management
  • Aids and adaptations to help with function and independence
  • Breathing exercises
  • Fatigue management

MOTIONrehab recognises that the progression of MND is difficult for individuals and their families. We can provide hands on treatment and personalised programmes for individuals to carry out at home and support families with advice at each stage of the condition.

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MOTIONrehab can help with

  • Balance
  • Hand & arm function
  • Leg & foot function
  • Walking
  • Spasticity & spasms
  • Posture management
  • Pain
  • Cognitive Difficulties
  • Transfer abilities
  • Provision of equipment
  • Support school, work, sport or leisure
  • Family/carer education

Specialist Rehabilitation

Motionrehab have specialist expertise in all areas of neurological rehabilitation, ultilising hands-on treatment and using evidence-based rehabilitation robotics and technology. After a bespoke assessment MOTIONrehab provide tailored rehabilitation programmes to optimise the individual’s overall well-being and functional independence. The specific interventions will vary based on the individual’s unique needs and goals.

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MOTIONrehab accepts national and international referrals. Clients are able to self-refer or alternatively MOTIONrehab accepts referrals from Consultants, GP’s Private Insurance Companies, Personal Injury Claims, CHC, IFR. MOTIONrehab is happy to work in partnership with your GP, Consultant or other health professionals. MOTIONrehab’s services include:

For more information about how MOTIONrehab can help with MND, speak to our Customer Services Team

In April 2018, MOTIONrehab pioneered intensive neurological rehabilitation augmented with Robotics and VR by launching the UK’s first intensive neurological rehabilitation centre based in Leeds.

The pioneering concept offers specialist one-to-one hands-on therapy from experienced and highly skilled clinicians and uniquely accompanied by high intensity specialist rehabilitation training with robotic, virtual reality and sensor-based devices. This allows patients to practice high repetitions of movements which is critical to neuroplasticity and recovery.

Our evidence-based approach helps our patients reach their potential faster and is endorsed by the recent Stroke Guidelines which were updated in 2023.

The success achieved by our patients adopting this approach has resulted in MOTIONrehab opening further clinics in Hull and new for 2024 in Doncaster to allow more patients to reach their potential.

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Frequently asked questions

Neurological rehabilitation facilitates the treatment of patients with nervous system or neurological diseases or injury. Rehabilitation aims to increase function, reduce debilitating symptoms, and improve a patient’s quality of life. The types of rehabilitation treatments recommended depend on the areas of the body affected by the neurological condition.

To make an appointment please ring MOTIONrehab Client Services Team on 0800 8600 138 or email: info@MOTIONrehab.co.uk. Alternatively fill out our simple contact form on this page and a member of our client services team will get back to you.

No. You do not need a referral to come to MOTIONrehab. You can self-refer to MOTIONrehab. We work in partnership with other rehabilitation health professionals around the region and are happy to work with the NHS and the private sector. Our large network and knowledge of the rehabilitation sector enables us to access other professionals (such as Occupational Therapists, Orthotists, Seating Specialists) to integrate seamlessly with your physiotherapy treatment.

On arrival you will be provided with our Terms and Conditions of Business and the relevant consent forms to agree to treatment. If you would like to receive these in advance of your appointment please contact our Client Services Team on 0800 8600 138. and they will assist you. If received in advance please bring the completed document with you to the first appointment.

As part of your initial assessment, your physiotherapist will need to take details of your medical history, present condition, allergies/sensitivities and current medications. Please come to the appointment in comfortable clothing, for example, shorts, t-shirt, and trainers.

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For more information about how MOTIONrehab can help with MND, please feel free to get in touch with us by giving us a call, or alternatively fill out the form here and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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