Synapse Physio specialises in the measurement of body symmetry to monitor body shape over a person's lifespan.
Why measure?
Measurement of body symmetry provides
- an objective method to measure posture & review effectiveness of treatment and
- provide clinical justification to funding bodies for therapy and assistive technology (wheelchairs and bed positioning supports)
Spending extended periods in asymmetrical postures, overnight and /or during the day often results in joint deformity, contractures, pain and decreased function. Progression of asymmetrical postures may affect the respiratory (e.g. lung function) and gastrointestinal system (e.g. bowel function). Early intervention and minimisation of changes to the musculoskeletal system is optimal but it is never too late to halt the progression of body shape distortion.
Other treatments can include:
Where other disciplines may need to be involved, Synapse Physio will be able to arrange referrals (eg Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy etc) to ensure there is a wholistic management approach.
Contact Synapse Physio for more information. Read about our Staff.
- Management of spasticity
- Facilitation of normal movement using Bobath approach
- Wheelchair prescription
- 24 hour postural management
- Training carers and families
- Splints/Orthotic advice
- Exercise programs
- Tailored gym programs
- Hydrotherapy
- Balance assessments and treatments
- Gait training
- Postural re-education
Where other disciplines may need to be involved, Synapse Physio will be able to arrange referrals (eg Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy etc) to ensure there is a wholistic management approach.
Contact Synapse Physio for more information. Read about our Staff.
‘Carlee would take me on walks to the shops, parks, etc, to make physio more interesting and to get me to be able to start doing “normal” everyday things again’. Bree Kirwin
