Our Services

Acquired Brain Injury

  • We provide support for a wide range of conditions, including ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, aneurysms, neurological disorders (such as multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, Parkinson's and Huntington's), as well as hypoxic and traumatic injuries, tumors, and infections.
  • 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 Management

  • Sialorrhea (also known as hypersalivation) is a condition characterized by excessive saliva due to increased saliva production or decreased salivary clearance. It can result in drooling and difficulty managing saliva in the mouth.
  • Sialorrhea is most commonly a result of neurological conditions which impair the muscles used for swallowing (such as Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis and motor neuron disease).
  • Treatment of sialorrhea depends on the underlying cause, severity, and impact on quality of life. Management can include speech and swallow therapy, medication, botulinum toxin injections, radiotherapy, and surgery.

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 difficult.
  • Treatment may include physiotherapy, oral medications, botulinum toxin injections, and multidisciplinary rehabilitation support.