STEPS Rehabilitation

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23/03/2026

The Benefits of Art Psychotherapy for Clients with Life Changing Injuries

Art therapy offers a powerful and accessible way to support individuals adjusting to life after traumatic injury or illness. In neurorehabilitation, where identity, communication and self-image can be deeply affected, it creates space for people to explore their experiences beyond words.

Through creative expression, clients can reconnect with themselves, process change and begin to rebuild a sense of identity, meeting themselves where they are, and where they are becoming.

Written by Grace Rennison, Nurse Associate and Art Psychotherapist.

Read the article in full here: https://stepsrehabilitation.co.uk/2026/03/the-benefits-of-art-psychotherapy-for-clients-with-life-changing-injuries/

Art therapy uses open and flexible methods that allow clients to reflect on past, present and future aspects of themselves and their rehabilitation journey.

19/03/2026

Last week, lots of the STEPS team wore green for Wear Green for Cerebral Palsy and Brain Injury Awareness 💚

Brain injury is still widely misunderstood. Raising awareness is so important, not just for early, appropriate treatment, but for ensuring the right long-term care and support.

At STEPS Rehabilitation®, we’ve created a unique environment where individuals can access a full range of therapies, cutting-edge robotic and VR rehab equipment, and expert medical professionals, all under one roof.

Our interdisciplinary team provides comprehensive rehabilitation following brain injury, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech & language therapy, neurologic music therapy, neuropsychology, and hydrotherapy.

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18/03/2026

STEPS Rehabilitation and STEPS Prosthetics have been shortlisted for the Medilink UK North of England Healthcare Business Awards 2026, recognising excellence and innovation across the region’s healthcare and life sciences sector.

The nomination recognises our pioneering residential amputee rehabilitation programme. This collaborative model combines specialist interdisciplinary rehabilitation with on-site prosthetic design, fitting and ongoing clinical support, creating a complete pathway post surgery to rehabilitation to life-long care.

STEPS Rehabilitation and STEPS Prosthetics have been shortlisted for the 2026 Medilink North of England Healthcare Business Awards.

17/03/2026

We are looking forward to exhibiting at the Case Management Society UK ‘Tomorrow’s World’ Conference this week alongside STEPS Prosthetics. If you are there, please pop by and say hello at Stands 2 and 3. 👋

02/03/2026

We love hearing our clients’ experiences and sharing their kind words about the care they’ve received from our team.

Every story is a reminder of why we do what we do every day.

You can read the full testimonial on our website here: https://stepsrehabilitation.co.uk/testimonials/

24/02/2026

A recent article published on the Brain Injury Group website by Jo Tighe, Lead Speech and Language Therapist, explores Cognitive Communication Disorder (CCD), a hidden consequence of brain injury that can affect thinking, memory, attention, and social understanding.

Because CCD can be subtle, it is often overlooked or misinterpreted.

At STEPS Rehabilitation, our specialist team screens all individuals with suspected brain injury, ensuring no hidden challenges go unrecognised. Tailored support helps people communicate more effectively and regain confidence in daily life.

Read the full article: https://braininjurygroup.co.uk/news/the-hidden-disability-after-brain-injury-understanding-cognitive-communication-disorders/

Brain injury affects every part of a person’s life physically, cognitively, emotionally, and socially. Some of these changes are immediately visible. Others remain hidden

19/02/2026

Working as an apprentice SLT at STEPS

At STEPS Rehabilitation, we are dedicated to supporting the development of our interdisciplinary team, including those training through apprenticeships.

In this piece, Jess Renyard reflects on her apprenticeship journey so far, sharing her experiences of combining university study with clinical practice and working at STEPS Rehabilitation.

https://stepsrehabilitation.co.uk/2026/02/working-as-an-apprentice-slt-at-steps/

14/02/2026

Valentines at STEPS: Supporting Love, Family, and Recovery

At STEPS Rehabilitation®, we understand that recovery from a catastrophic injury is not just a physical journey, it’s an emotional one, shared with family and friends. This Valentine’s Day, we reflect on the importance of love, family, and connection in the rehabilitation process.

Read more: https://stepsrehabilitation.co.uk/2026/02/valentines-at-steps-supporting-love-family-and-recovery/

11/02/2026

When Dr Ed Hudson was involved in a road traffic collision in 2018, he was 23, living with his best friend and working as a newly qualified doctor at the Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham.

He had been cycling to work when a car pulled out in front of him. The low-speed impact caused a serious C4/C5 spinal cord injury.

Ed was taken to hospital and spent two weeks in a coma. When he woke, he was unable to move, speak or eat. He developed ventilator-related pneumonia, experienced significant weight loss and faced an overwhelming mental and physical adjustment.

Visit our site to read Dr Ed Hudson's case study 🌐

07/02/2026

It's one week to go until Paralysed Bowel Awareness Day 2026! Neurogenic bowel care is a huge talking point in the spinal cord injury community and this year we want to raise even more awareness about the training that is available for healthcare professionals.

Find out more about the campaign, what we've achieved so far, and what we want to do next⬇️
https://www.spinal.co.uk/campaigns/our-campaigns/paralysed-bowel-awareness/