NeuroAbility, Wigston Magna (2026)

02/03/2026

“She can move it… she just forgets to use it.”

One of the biggest challenges in Parkinson’s isn’t always strength. It’s initiation. Movement can feel slow, effortful, or simply not automatic.

In this session, Taher worked with our client on improving movement in her right arm, which had become slower and less active. Progress had stalled, not because she couldn’t move it, but because she wasn’t using it consistently.

So we changed the strategy.
By gently constraining her left arm, placing it in her pocket, we encouraged her brain to re-engage the right side. When the stronger side steps back, the quieter side has to step forward.
It’s a simple adjustment, but it can make a real difference.

Rehabilitation isn’t about doing more exercises for the sake of it. It’s about understanding why something isn’t progressing and adapting the approach.

If you or someone you care about is living with Parkinson’s and noticing one side being used less and less, don’t ignore it. The earlier you address it, the better. Book a session to see how we can help.

27/02/2026

This Saturday is Rare Disease Day 2026. This is Chloe. 💜
Chloe is 11. She lives with muscular dystrophy. She does not let it define her.

In this video, she is working on strength and control using the large physio ball at home. It looks simple. It isn’t. Every movement is targeted. Every repetition matters.
With progressive conditions like muscular dystrophy, maintaining strength, flexibility and joint stability is essential.

“When I first started physio, I felt both nervous and excited,” Chloe says.
“It’s hard to begin with… but worth the results.”

Physiotherapy for rare diseases is not about quick fixes. It is about protecting function, supporting growth, adapting as the condition changes and helping children stay involved in the things that matter to them.

Since starting therapy:
• Her foot flexibility has improved with tailored exercises and splint referrals
• She is more confident at Cub Scouts and can join in more easily
• She climbed to the top at our inclusive climbing event and surprised everyone, including herself

“I really enjoyed the climbing experience,” Chloe said. “I felt stronger and was able to climb high!”

Rare diseases affect millions of families. They deserve specialist support, collaborative care and professionals who understand the long-term picture.

If you would like to read Chloe’s full story: https://www.neuroability.co.uk/building-confidence-strength-neuro-physio

💜 On Rare Disease Day, we stand with families like Chloe’s. And we keep doing the work.

25/02/2026

Employee Spotlight: Aastha Shah

Nearly seven years of clinical experience. A Master’s in Advanced Physiotherapy. Specialist skills in Aquatic Therapy.
Aastha brings a calm, thoughtful and highly skilled approach to neurological rehabilitation. With experience across musculoskeletal and neurological settings, she understands that recovery is rarely simple and never one size fits all.
She also holds additional qualifications in joint injection therapy and acupuncture, which means she can look at the bigger picture when someone is dealing with complex symptoms.
What we value most is how she combines evidence-based practice with genuine client-centred care. She listens. She assess. She personalises every programme to the individual in front of her.
We’re lucky to have her as part of the NeuroAbility team.
If you’d like to work with Aastha or find out more about our neurological physiotherapy services, get in touch or book a session.

23/02/2026

Ramadan can be a deeply meaningful time. But if you’re living with a brain injury or recovering from a stroke, it can also feel physically demanding.
Fatigue, dehydration, changes in sleep and medication timings can all have a bigger impact on a nervous system that’s already working hard.
If you or someone you love is observing Ramadan after a brain injury, give yourself permission to adapt. That might mean adjusting your routine, planning rest, staying on top of hydration during non fasting hours, or scaling back plans when needed.
Fasting is a personal decision. Your health matters too.
If you’re unsure how Ramadan might affect your recovery, speak to your GP or specialist and get advice that’s right for you.
Ramadan Mubarak to all who are observing 🤍

20/02/2026

It’s National Love Your Pet Day 🐾
Meet Taher’s newest physio assistant… Mohammed.
At 18 months old he’s already obsessed with animals. If there’s a dog, cat or anything furry nearby, he’s straight over to say hello. The zoo is currently his favourite place on earth.
This photo was taken during a home visit with one of our lovely clients. Mohammed took his role very seriously. Careful observation. Close supervision. Plenty of smiles.
Pets do more than keep us company. For many of our clients, they lift mood, reduce stress and give that extra push to get moving on the harder days.
Tell us about your pet below. We’d love to hear.

18/02/2026

Chloe already has school. Hospital appointments. Reviews. Medical conversations.
Adding another clinical setting on top of that isn’t always helpful.

Sometimes children engage better at home.

They’re more relaxed. They’re less overwhelmed. They’re in a space that feels safe and familiar.

This session happened in Chloe’s kitchen. Real chair. Real environment.
When rehab happens where life actually happens, it becomes more meaningful. It’s not just exercises. It’s building control, strength and confidence in the space she uses every day.

Home physiotherapy isn’t a compromise. For some families, it’s the better option.

If clinic visits feel like one appointment too many, there are alternatives.

16/02/2026

Last week we shared Matthew on court and introduced Mark as our Inclusive Sports Facilitator.

Here’s why that matters.

As physiotherapists, our role is to help people rebuild strength, balance, coordination and confidence. But long term recovery is about what happens beyond the clinic. It is about access to meaningful activity, community and challenge.

When we refer a client to Mark for wheelchair tennis, it is not an add-on. It is a continuation of rehabilitation in every day life. Skills developed in physio sessions are tested, strengthened and embedded through sport.

This is what collaboration looks like. Clinical rehabilitation connecting directly into inclusive sport.

That is where confidence grows.

13/02/2026

Being discharged from a service can feel final.
For some people it brings relief. For others, it quietly leaves a question in the background.
“Is this really as far as I can go?”

In neurological rehabilitation, discharge often reflects the end of a pathway, not the end of your potential.

Recovery does not always stop just because structured input has reduced.
The nervous system can continue to adapt. It may take time. It may take the right level of challenge. It may need a fresh plan.

If you’re living with stroke, Parkinson’s, MS or spinal cord injury and you still feel there’s more you want to improve, that ‘s natural.

Balance. Confidence. Endurance. Getting back outdoors. Feeling steadier in the kitchen. These things still matter.

Have you ever felt unsure about what comes next after discharge?

I’d really like to hear your thoughts and experiences.

11/02/2026

Employee Spotlight: Andy Smith Rehabilitation Practitioner
Andy is passionate about neuroplasticity and the difference personalised rehabilitation can make over time. He understands that recovery is not just physical, it affects confidence, routine and family life too.
We’re pleased to have him supporting our clients and bringing thoughtful, individual care to every session.
Keep moving forward. Book an appointment 🙂

09/02/2026

Not every yoga pose suits every body. And even when you can do it, that doesn’t mean it’s risk free.
Asanas aren’t sacred shapes. They’re tools. So chasing the “perfect” pose misses the point if it ignores pain, fear or how a body actually moves today.
Adaptation isn’t a compromise. It’s good practice.

04/02/2026

Some full-circle moments really matter.
Mark once needed neurological physiotherapy himself following Cauda Equina Syndrome. Through rehab, he worked hard to get back on his feet. Alongside that, he found wheelchair tennis and took it seriously, competing at a high level and building real skill and confidence in sport.
Today, Mark is our Inclusive Sports Facilitator.
He now coaches other disabled young people and helps them access sport in a way that feels challenging, safe and empowering. Matthew is one of the young people we’ve referred to Mark, and these photos show him exactly where he should be. On court, focused, learning and enjoying the process.
This is what good collaboration looks like. Rehab does not stop at the clinic door. It opens opportunities beyond it.

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