Neurological Physiotherapy

If you have a neurological condition such as stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, motor neuron disease or multiple sclerosis then you may benefit from being assessed and treated by a neurological physiotherapist.

The physiotherapists at ARC all have extensive experience in working in the field of neurological physiotherapy and a real passion for this area of clinical practice.

When you have a neurological condition, you often have complex issues around movement, mobility, cognition, and other everyday functions that you need help with. We are different from “normal” physiotherapists because unlike treating necks and knees, we assess and treat people with movement and function disorders that have originated from problems within the body’s nervous and neuromuscular system.

A neurological physiotherapist will complete an assessment with you that may focus on impairments you have from your injury or condition such as:

Muscle weakness
Muscle Shortening
Muscle fatigue
Altered sensation
Co-ordination difficulties
Impaired balance

We will help you improve your quality of life by helping you improve activities in your day such as:

Rolling over in bed
Standing up from a chair or lounge
Standing to prepare a meal
Going to the toilet
Walking to the local coffee shop
Going for a walk on the beach
Any other goal that you would like to achieve. It’s all about you.

Our neurological physiotherapists work as part of our multidisciplinary team. Because of this, we can deliver you a comprehensive neurological rehabilitation experience, getting you the best outcomes. Treatment plans are unique to your condition or injury, focusing on improving your functionality in your current condition as well as in the future.

Our therapy team has the tools, equipment, skillset and expertise to provide strong clinical recommendations and deliver the rehabilitation that is needed to help you achieve your goals. ARC houses evidence-based technology and robotics which our therapists use to drive intensity in your rehabilitation programs.

By seeing a neurological physiotherapist, you are seeing a specialist who understands you, your condition, and the impacts this has on your life. With this information along with a thorough neurological assessment, a plan will be made to help you in the most effective way possible.

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Neurological Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
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Neuromuscular Orthotics
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Speech
Pathology

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Melissa Harrison

Cultural and Professional Development Manager & Neurological Physiotherapist

BSc (hons) Physiotherapy, University of the West of England, UK
Msc Neurorehabilitation, Brunel University, UK

Melissa has worked in the field of neuro physiotherapy since early in her career. She specialised as a senior neuro physiotherapist in the UK for a number of years - working across a variety of specialities including neurosurgery, neuro medicine, stroke and both inpatient and outpatient neuro rehab. This experience has given Melissa a solid understanding of the journey people go through from receiving their initial neurological diagnosis, through to much later stages of their rehab.

Melissa went on to complete a Masters in Neurorehabilitation in London, gaining valuable analytical and research experience and completing her own research project exploring the rehabilitation services available to people with brain tumours. Melissa has a special interest in neuro-oncology, as well as stroke and a wide range of post neurosurgery and neuro medical conditions. This experience led to her being invited to review and contribute to the Cancer Council's 'Understanding Brain Tumours' information booklet in Australia in 2019.

It is her time working as a physiotherapist at ARC that motivated Melissa further to remain living in Australia! Over her time working at ARC, Melissa has become a PD Warrior certified instructor and trainer - delivering practical courses to other allied health professionals across Australia.

She loves her job for continuing to develop the ARC team as it grows. Melissa enjoys supporting the team through change and growth, ensuring the highest quality of therapy is maintained, as well as the team culture that staff and clients thrive from at ARC. Melissa can be contacted at ARC Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and welcomes feedback on the service clients are receiving.

Outside of work, Melissa enjoys ocean swimming, tending to her rapidly growing plant family and making the most of the abundance of beautiful walks Sydney has to offer!

Lisa Meng

Hurstville Deputy Exercise Physiology Team Leader and ESSA Accredited Neurological Exercise Physiologist

Bachelor of Exercise Physiology, University of New South Wales

Lisa completed a Bachelor of Exercise Physiology at the University of New South Wales. Lisa started at ARC in 2018 and is passionate about assisting individuals in building a healthy life long relationship with exercise, no matter the impact of their disability. She believes that movement and exercise is a privilege that should be and can be enjoyed by all.

She has been involved in a number of Stand Walk Run intensives, an ARC driven program that involves the Multidisciplinary team to apply the principles of neuroplasticity to a client's program. Through this experience, she has been part of many client journey's that have seen clients with neurological impairments return back to sport, running, work and travels.

Lisa is the co-chair for the Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) special interest group. She has extensive experience working with FND clients and assisting them with understanding their condition, offering creative and sustainable management strategies and helping them re-integrate into physical activity.

Lisa is a cheerleader for her clients, not only in a therapy setting but for all further pursuits that aid in them living a fuller and more meaningful life. She has played a key role in supporting a Parksinson's client, Dean Laws, in completing two marathons and promoting the work of the Dean Team, which aims to improve the lives of all those living with Parkinson's.

Lisa has delivered an evening lecture to health professionals about the Role of Exercise Physiologists in Cardiometabolic risk factor management for the neurological population. Lisa is invested in assessing Neurological clients thoroughly, understanding the various risk factors and secondary health conditions that are related to Neurological conditions. She uses her treatment approach and education components to ensure clients understand their condition and empower them to follow a trajectory that leads them to improved overall health.

Lisa works full-time in our Hurstville clinic. She loves her time on the gym floor getting the most out of her clients, but also supervising the EPs on her team as she believes ARC is one of the best environments for a Neuro EP to thrive.