Our Services

Acquired Brain Injury

  • We provide support for a wide range of conditions, including ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, tumors, neurological disorders (such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Motor Neuron Disease (MND), Parkinson's, Huntington's, and Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)), as well as hypoxic and traumatic injuries.
  • We specialize in managing brain injury complications, including pain, spasticity, urinary incontinence, emotional and mood changes, and cognitive impairments.
  • We provide further support for individuals looking to return to work and driving.

Spasticity Management

  • Injury to the brain or spinal cord can lead to muscle tightness and stiffness, resulting in pain, joint deformities, and functional impairments to daily activities like dressing and bathing.
  • There are various approaches to managing spasticity, including exercise, targeted therapy, splinting and orthotics, as well as medications and injections.
  • At Northern Rivers NeuroRehab, we specialize in treating spasticity with ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections.
  • We will evaluate your specific condition and work with you to develop the most effective treatment plan to achieve best results.

Sialorrhea and Bruxism Management

  • Sialorrhea (hypersalivation) is excessive saliva from increased production or decreased clearance, causing drooling and difficulty managing saliva.
  • It most commonly results from neurological conditions impairing swallowing muscles (such as Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis and motor neuron disease).
  • Treatment depends on the underlying cause, severity, and impact on quality of life, and may include speech and swallow therapy, medication, botulinum toxin injections, radiotherapy, and surgery.
  • We also treat bruxism - excessive teeth grinding or jaw clenching, often occurring during sleep - which can cause tooth wear, jaw pain, and headaches.

Cervical Dystonia

  • Cervical dystonia is a neurological disorder causing involuntary neck muscle contractions, abnormal head postures, and neck pain. It may be idiopathic or secondary to injury, stroke, or infection.
  • Cervical dystonia can lead to significant functional limitations, making daily activities such as driving, reading, and social interaction difficult. Many individuals also experience secondary issues including pain, headaches, tremor, and postural abnormalities.
  • Botulinum toxin is the first-line treatment and can provide significant improvement in posturing and pain relief.