Sensory processing disorder is a condition in which the brain has trouble receiving and responding to information that comes in through the senses. 

Formerly referred to as sensory integration dysfunction, it is not currently recognized as a distinct medical diagnosis.

Some people with sensory processing disorders are oversensitive to things in their environment. Common sounds may be painful or overwhelming. The light touch of a shirt may chafe the skin.

Others with sensory processing disorder may:

Be uncoordinated

Bump into things

Be unable to tell where their limbs are in space

Be hard to engage in conversation or play

Sensory processing problems are usually identified in children. But they can also affect adults. Sensory processing problems are commonly seen in developmental conditions like autism spectrum disorder.

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a complex injury with a broad spectrum of symptoms and disabilities

TBI is an injury to the brain caused by a trauma to the head. There are many possible causes, including road traffic accidents, assaults, falls and accidents at home. Symptoms of TBI can be wide-ranging, from physical effects such as balance problems, headaches and dizziness to cognitive, emotional and behavioural effects such as memory problems and anger.

We work in partnership with you and your family/carers to help the brain learn alternative ways of working in order to minimise the long-term impact of the brain injury and help our client and their family to cope successfully with any remaining disabilities.

Treatment will differ greatly depending on the nature of the damage to the brain or possibly damage to the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) in some cases this can include damage to the rest of the body.

We offer a professional, flexible service that begins with an initial assessment at home. We will then work on a tailored programme that has clearly identifiable goals. We will constantly review these goals to make sure you reach your full potential.

We work closely with all other treating practitioners and medical professionals so you can be sure of the best possible care.

Our physiotherapist has a wealth of experience in providing specialised programmes for people with a whole range of conditions.

Our specialism includes:

Congenital disorders including cerebral palsy

Developmental disorders including ataxia and dyspraxia

Head injuries

Cancers and diseases of the brain and spinal cord

Learning difficulties

Peripheral nerve injuries

Neuromuscular disorders

Movement disorders, developmental coordination difficulties.

Sensory Processing difficulties

Epilepsy

Cognitive disorders

Treatment will greatly differ depending on the disorder

Spinal cord injury or peripheral nerve injury

Damage to the spinal cord or a peripheral nerve can mean changes in its function, either temporarily or permanently. These changes include loss of muscle function, sensation, or autonomic function in parts of the body served by the spinal cord.

We understand how to best treat nerve injuries. Many clients experience changes in sensation or develop pain as a result of the condition.

We work in partnership with our clients and their families/carers. We regularly assess on an ongoing basis to ensure you are reaching your full potential. 

The physiotherapist will assist the recovery, making sure it is moving at the right pace.

Treatments will vary greatly depending on the type of injury but could include balance re-education, muscle strengthening and cardiovascular exercise, gait training and function recovery.