Upper Limb Rehabilitation

Upper limb problems can affect a wide range of people. At Total Health Choice, we primarily support older adults and NDIS participants.

• Stroke survivors: Stroke can cause hemiplegia or hemiparesis, leading to weakness, paralysis or lack of coordination in one arm. This can affect daily tasks such as eating, dressing and personal hygiene.
• People living with Multiple Sclerosis: MS can lead to muscle weakness, spasticity and tremors in the upper limbs, affecting fine motor skills and coordination.
• People living with rheumatoid arthritis: This autoimmune condition can cause pain, swelling and deformity in the joints of the hands and arms, limiting dexterity and function.
• People with other neurological conditions: Conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy and spinal cord injuries can affect upper limb function through muscle rigidity, tremors or paralysis.

There are many other causes that affect the upper limb, such as breast cancer-related lymphoedema or developmental challenges in children that affect daily tasks.

Total Health Choice welcomes enquiries to discuss how we may be able to help.

Physiotherapists play a vital role in upper limb rehabilitation by focusing on restoring and improving the physical function and mobility of the arms, shoulders and hands.

• Assessments: Measuring joint flexibility, muscle strength and current function.
• Goal setting: Establishing meaningful goals, such as improving the ability to tie shoelaces.
• Therapeutic exercises: Using stretching, strengthening and proprioceptive exercises.
• Manual therapy: Using hands-on techniques to mobilise joints where appropriate.
• Pain management: Applying strategies such as heat and manual therapy to reduce pain.
• Education: Teaching proper body mechanics and posture.
• Collaboration with other healthcare providers: Working with Occupational Therapists and other relevant professionals.

By addressing these areas, Physiotherapists help individuals regain upper limb function, reduce pain and improve overall physical health and quality of life.

Where you or a loved one requires upper limb rehabilitation, Total Health Choice is here to help.

Our dedicated Physiotherapy team provides personalised, in-home care tailored to individual needs.

Contact us to schedule an assessment and begin your journey towards greater independence and wellbeing with the support of skilled, caring professionals.