WHAT WE TREAT
Parkinson's Disease
How it's caused
Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that leads to disorders of movement causing difficulty with functions such as walking, talking, and writing. Parkinson’s occurs as a result of a loss of nerve cells in the part of the brain known as the substantia nigra. These cells are responsible for producing a chemical known as dopamine, which allows messages to be sent to the parts of the brain that coordinate movement. The Brain Injury Physio assesses purposely, conscientiously, systematically and methodically which impairments ( in function ), limitations in activities ( disabilities ) and participation problems are of most immediate concern to the patient. Common symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease include:
How it's treated
Following detailed assessment, the Brain Injury physiotherapist provides an individualised exercise programme. The goals of therapeutic interventions are:
Meet Nikos: Your Expert Neuro-Physiotherapist
Nikos is a Senior Neuro-Physiotherapist with over 20 years’ experience of working with patients with brain injury.
By working in some of the most recognised brain injury specialists facilities across the UK and Europe he has gained a wide experience of different approaches and techniques.
If you are concerned about a family member or friend who is suffering from Parkinson's disease and you don't know where to turn, please call us for a free initial consultation to see how we can help.
Why choose Nikos?
My passion is empowering professionals, carers, family and above all the individual on how to retrain the brain and improving patient independence.
I have worked as Head of NeuroPhysiotherapy Department in various Neurorehabilitation centres in Greece and since 2016 I'm the Lead Neurological Physiotherapist in a Brain Injury hospital in Leicestershire.
