How Physical Therapy Can Help Those with FND and other Conditions
For Movement Problems Stemming from Neurological Conditions:
If someone has a condition that affects movement, physical therapy can help them:
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Build Strength: Physical therapy helps make muscles stronger, so it's easier to do everyday things like walking, getting up from a chair, or lifting things.
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Improve Movement: Physical therapy can help better coordinate and control movement.
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Improve Balance: The brain relies on 3 balance systems to orient and help you balance--Your vision, inner ear, and sensation. Through specialized physical therapy, we can assess which balance systems are impaired and have specific treatments for each system.
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Help Recovery: Physical therapy helps the brain and body heal by helping the body “relearn” how to move.
For Dizziness and Balance Problems:
If you feel dizzy or have trouble balancing, physical therapy can help:
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Stop Dizziness: Special movements can help stop dizziness caused by problems in the inner ear.
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Improve Balance: The brain relies on 3 balance systems to orient and help you balance--Your vision, inner ear, and sensation. Through specialized physical therapy, we can assess which balance systems are impaired and have specific treatments for each system.
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Help the Brain Adjust: Therapy can help the brain get used to movements that cause dizziness, so it doesn’t happen as much.
Physical therapists create a plan for each person that fits their needs through testing, skilled movement, and symptom management strategies.
My Mission:
During the last several years of my career, I've seen a multitude of people experiencing invisible and dynamic disabilities, as well as living with conditions that are largely unfamiliar to many providers in our system. This leads to harmful experiences for people trying to navigate their healthcare needs, resulting in frustrating interactions of dismissiveness, invalidation, hopelessness, and fear. My mission is to empower you to develop the ability to better understand the condition you're living with, develop strategies for managing symptoms and increasing function, rebuild a sense of hope, and promote self-efficacy.