Functional Electrical Stimulation
Rehabilitation Technology
Functional Electrical Stimulation
FES is the use of electrical stimulation to make a particular muscle work in a way that helps you function. It is most commonly used to correct foot drop but can also be applied to different areas of the leg to make a positive impact on your mobility.
FES can:
- Lift your toes to help you clear your foot more easily, helping you walk further, faster and more efficiently.
- Stimulate the hamstrings muscles on the back of the thigh can help stop the knee “flicking back” into excessive extension, making you more stable and protecting your knee joint from unnecessary wear and tear.
- Stimulate the quadriceps on the front of the thigh or some of the gluteal muscles around the hip to help the leg feel more stable and prevent giving way.
We have a selection of the latest devices to try and can advise you about the most effective solutions.
Should I choose FES or a splint (AFO)? Call us to discuss your specific situation.
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What They Say
I have been the fortunate recipient of expert and professional physiotherapy from Ali and Katy following a stroke. They are professional and compassionate, very expert and great fun; their expertise and appointments have been both necessary and a delight. I would recommend this firm very highly and without reserve, and their staff are deserving of the highest praise.
Kenneth Walker
I’ve been working with Kenny for around five years, initially for surgical rehabilitation and then for ongoing mild cerebral palsy. He has been so encouraging and supportive throughout. He regularly changes my programme to keep me motivated and always pushes me to be my physical and functional best. I’ve seen huge changes since we started working together!
Kathleen McNish
Bob was in a very poor condition when Catriona came to see us, and he is making very good progress. Catriona is always positive and in just a few weeks has made a big difference in Bob’s life, and we can’t thank her enough for all her help.
Christine Chrystal
This company has helped me regain much more of my balance and core strength lost in the first lockdown. Through weekly visits, with plenty of exercises to do daily in between, I have come a long way to regaining core strength and balance. Thank you to a wonderful specialist physiotherapist that makes each visit to give me more confidence.
Bernadette Hendry
Tracey is always pleasant, considerate, and obviously a dedicated first-class therapist. She has done a great deal for my wife’s condition (disability and tremor following a stroke), not least for her morale. She gives great encouragement. Her visits have become friendly occasions for my wife, who frequently asks when Tracey is coming back.
Tom Brown
NeuroPhysio has been absolutely fantastic with the help and support provided to my mum. Her confidence has grown, she is stronger and making amazing progress. Thank you to Emma for always making time available to talk things through, the patience and also the persistence to get the best outcome.
