Neurological Physiotherapy in Ottawa
Physiotherapy for mobility, balance, walking and function
Neurological conditions can affect movement, strength, balance, coordination and independence in different ways.
At Physiomax Health, neurological physiotherapy is individualized to each person’s abilities, goals and stage of recovery. Rehabilitation focuses on improving movement, mobility, balance, walking and functional independence, while supporting participation in everyday activities.
When Can Neurological Physiotherapy Help?
- Difficulty walking or changes in walking pattern
- Balance problems or falls
- Muscle weakness
- Reduced mobility
- Changes in muscle tone or stiffness
- Difficulty with coordination
- Reduced endurance
- Difficulty with transfers, stairs or getting around the home
- Changes in function following a neurological event
- Difficulty maintaining mobility with a progressive neurological condition
- Reduced confidence with movement or physical activity
Neurological Conditions We Treat
- Stroke
Physiotherapy following a stroke may focus on strength, balance, walking, coordination, mobility and functional activities, with rehabilitation adapted to the individual’s abilities and recovery goals. - Parkinson’s Disease
Physiotherapy can help people with Parkinson’s disease maintain and improve movement, walking, balance, strength and physical activity. Treatment may also address movement strategies, posture and functional mobility. - Multiple Sclerosis
Neurological physiotherapy for people with multiple sclerosis may address strength, balance, walking, mobility, physical conditioning and strategies for maintaining function. - Spinal Cord Injury
Physiotherapy may support strength, mobility, transfers, balance, physical conditioning and functional independence according to the individual’s level of injury and abilities. - Cerebral Palsy
Physiotherapy can address mobility, strength, balance, coordination, muscle tone and functional movement for adults and children living with cerebral palsy. - Other Neurological Conditions
Physiotherapy may also be appropriate for other neurological conditions affecting movement, balance, walking or physical function. Assessment helps determine the person’s rehabilitation needs and appropriate treatment approach.
What Does a Neurological Physiotherapy Assessment Include?
Neurological physiotherapy begins with an assessment of the person’s current abilities, challenges and goals. Depending on individual needs, assessment may include:
- Walking and gait
- Balance
- Muscle strength
- Range of motion and flexibility
- Muscle tone
- Coordination
- Posture
- Transfers and functional mobility
- Endurance
- Ability to perform everyday movement tasks
- Falls risk where appropriate
The findings are then used to develop an individualized rehabilitation plan.
How Can Neurological Physiotherapy Help?
- Balance Training
Progressive exercises may be used to improve postural control, stability and confidence during standing and movement. - Gait and Walking Rehabilitation
Treatment may address walking pattern, mobility, endurance and strategies for safer and more efficient movement. - Strength and Conditioning
Individualized strengthening and physical conditioning can help support mobility, function and participation in everyday activities - Mobility and Functional Training
Rehabilitation may include practicing transfers, stairs, reaching, getting up from a chair and other activities important to everyday independence. - Coordination and Movement Training
Exercises and task-specific practice may be used to improve movement control and coordination. - Flexibility and Movement
Treatment may address stiffness, reduced range of motion and movement limitations where these affect function. - Home Exercise Programs
Individualized exercises and movement strategies can help patients continue working toward their goals outside physiotherapy appointments.
Why Choose Physiomax Health for Neurological Physiotherapy?
Neurological rehabilitation requires more than a standard exercise program.
At Physiomax Health, our approach is individualized and research-driven, with assessment findings, functional goals and the person’s neurological presentation guiding rehabilitation.
Treatment focuses on meaningful function – whether that means walking more confidently, improving balance, maintaining mobility, returning to activities or increasing independence in everyday life.
Neurological Physiotherapy at Physiomax Health
Neurological physiotherapy is available through Physiomax Health in Ottawa.
South Keys
1935 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON K1V 8A3
Glebe
619 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON K1S 3T5
Frequently Asked Questions
Physiotherapy may begin at different stages of stroke recovery depending on the person’s medical stability,
abilities and rehabilitation needs. People may continue to benefit from physiotherapy after leaving hospital or
formal rehabilitation when they have ongoing mobility, balance, strength or functional goals.
Yes. Physiotherapy can help people with Parkinson’s disease work on walking, balance, strength, posture,
mobility and physical activity. Treatment is individualized according to the person’s symptoms and goals.
Yes. Neurological conditions can affect balance in several ways. Physiotherapy can assess factors
contributing to instability and develop an individualized program addressing balance, strength, walking and
functional mobility.
Physiotherapy may help people with multiple sclerosis maintain or improve strength, balance, mobility,
walking and physical conditioning. Programs should be adapted to the individual’s symptoms, abilities and
fatigue.
No. Physiotherapy may be appropriate at different stages of a neurological condition. Goals may range from
recovery following a neurological event to improving function or helping maintain mobility with a longer-term
or progressive condition.
A physician’s referral is generally not required to see a physiotherapist in Ontario, although individual
insurance plans may require one for reimbursement.