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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Mar 24

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Mar 21

We’re Hiring: Full Time Band 5 Physiotherapist
Location: Vim Health, Mid Sussex. Please send CV and covering letter to: [email protected] before 21st April 2025 #PhysioJob

collage of images containing gym equipment and rehab technology such as the lyra and sophie M using the rex exoskeleton. beneath it text that reads: We’re Hiring:
Full Time Band 5 Physiotherapist
Location: Vim Health, Mid Sussex
Please send CV and covering letter to: info@vimhealth.co.uk
Application deadline:
21st April 2025

Vim Health robot-assisted therapies

vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Mar 10

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Mar 10

Check out recent published article from our Senior Physio, @bexwalters.bsky.social, on evaluating the use of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) for walking in adults with cerebral palsy: jneuroengrehab.biomedcentral.com/articles/10....
#CerebralPalsy #Neurorehabilitation #FES

Functional electrical stimulation for walking in adults with cerebral palsy: a service evaluation - Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neuromotor disorder which can lead to walking difficulties. Functional electrical stimulation (FES) is approved by The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)...

jneuroengrehab.biomedcentral.com

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Jan 29

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Jan 16

Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is
A rare condition that can cause paralysis & affect everyday life. Rehab plays a vital role in recovery, from regaining strength to improving independence.

Discover more about GBS in our latest article here: vimhealthcare.co.uk/guillain-bar... #GullianBarreSyndrome

vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Jan 9

Clinicians at Vim are passionate about learning and imparting knowledge they have gained through clinical practice. @bexwalters.bsky.social just completed a webinar on walking difficulties on maintenance of mobility in adults with CP.
Available for Physios that subscribe to neurologyacademy.org

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Dec 18

Get your HIIT! 💪🏾

Join our Physio-Led HIIT Class starting Mon 6th Jan at 4pm.

Build strength & boost fitness with seated/standing options for all abilities.

Limited spots! Call 01273 037400 to book.

#InclusiveHIIT #AccessibleFitness #VimHealth

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Dec 16

We offer SLT via Telerehabilitation (TR), making essential care accessible to clients wherever they are.

Check out this study on utilising Telerehabilitation for conditions such as Stroke, MS & Parkinson’s: www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/13...

@parkinsons.org.uk

#Neurorehabilitation #Telerehabilitation

Telerehabilitation for Neurological Motor Impairment: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis on Quality of Life, Satisfaction, and Acceptance in Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, and Parkinson’s Disease

Telerehabilitation (TR) seems to be a viable and feasible solution to face the rehabilitative challenges posed by neurological impairments and to improve patients’ quality of life (QoL). This review a...

www.mdpi.com

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Dec 9

Every rehabilitation journey is different.

This is Macy’s progress 💥💥💥 we’re so grateful to be part of her journey.

#NeuroRehabilitation

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Dec 5

Best of luck to our clinical lead @bexwalters.bsky.social on the delivery of the Spasticity Management course today.

We are incredibly proud of your commiment to advancing clinical knowledge and improving outcomes for patients of with spasticity.

#SpasticityManagement #AdvancingNeuroRehab

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Dec 4

Did you know each fingertip has over 3,000 touch receptors? Sensory retraining requires consistent practice:

To improve temperature awareness, safely test warm and cold objects using your unaffected limb first. Practice regularly and stay safe!

#SensoryRetraining #Neuroplasticity

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Dec 2

It looked great!

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Dec 2

A recent study highlights that very early rehabilitation (VER) for acute ischemic stroke can significantly improve activities of daily living (ADLs) & reduce long-term complications.

Read more: www.frontiersin.org/journals/neu...
#StrokeRecovery #Neurorehabilitation #StrokeCare

Frontiers | Efficacy and safety of very early rehabilitation for acute ischemic stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BackgroundEarly rehabilitation after acute ischemic stroke (AIS) contributes to functional recovery. However, the optimal time for starting rehabilitation re...

www.frontiersin.org

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Nov 29

Friday Fun:
Here a snippet of Sid working on loading his right leg in stance phase.

#PhysioForSpinalCordInjury #NeuroRehabTech #LowerLimbRehab #IntensiveRehabilitation #FunPhysiotherapy #NeutoPhysio

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Nov 27

Throw back to Sophie presenting her poster on ‘Achieving self-feeding in chronic cervical spinal cord injury: A case study’ at MASCIP last week.

@claireeguy.bsky.social

#Mascip #CollaborationForQuality

Sophie is stood next to her extra large poster size (A0)

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Nov 26

CSP members have until 9 December to share views on physiotherapy degree apprenticeships. This initiative aims to shape the future of hands-on BSc training, by gathering insights from members, employers and apprentices. Have your say: www.skillsforhealth.org.uk/resources/ph...

@thecsp.bsky.social

Physiotherapy apprenticeships | Skills for Health

An apprenticeship can offer structured career development to individuals looking to upskill in their current job or enter a new profession.

www.skillsforhealth.org.uk

vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Nov 23

@bexwalters.bsky.social and Charlotte went to a fantastic talk at ACPIN London by Sally Davenport. Both are keen to explore ways Vim Health can help support our community further. Watch this space.

#NeuroRehab #NeuroPhysio #VimHealth #ACPIN

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Nov 22

Interesting piece exploring AI in Neurorehabilitation. Advancements in machine learning and AI-driven care, show huge potential for personalised treatment plans & improving rehabilitation outcomes.

👉 Read the full publication here on MDPI: www.mdpi.com/2227-9059/12...

Towards Transforming Neurorehabilitation: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Diagnosis and Treatment of Neurological Disorders

Background and Objectives: Neurological disorders like stroke, spinal cord injury (SCI), and Parkinson’s disease (PD) significantly affect global health, requiring accurate diagnosis and long-term neu...

www.mdpi.com

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vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Nov 21

Thank you for sharing this is so useful!

vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Nov 21

@claireeguy.bsky.social

vimhealthcare.bsky.social @vimhealthcare.bsky.social · Nov 21

Thank you MASCIP for providing a platform and space to connect with leading professionals, exchange insights, and champion innovations that improve care pathways. 💡

#Mascip #CollabortationForQuality #NeuroRehabilitation #InnovationInHealthcare

Tom and sophie are standing in front of the mascip poster smiling. With their thumbs up

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