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A stroke can cause weakness, coordination issues, balance problems, and difficulties with daily activities. Early and ongoing rehabilitation is key to regaining movement and independence.
Our mobile clinic in Glasgow brings physiotherapy and rehabilitation to you, helping stroke survivors recover strength, mobility, and confidence in daily life.
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted. When this happens, brain cells can become damaged due to a lack of oxygen and nutrients. Because the brain controls movement, sensation, thinking and coordination, a stroke can affect many different parts of daily life.
A stroke can be a life changing event, both for the person who experiences it and for their family. Recovery often begins in hospital, where people typically receive early rehabilitation and medical support. This initial care is extremely important and many people make strong progress during this stage.
However, stroke recovery does not end when someone leaves hospital. Many people continue to have goals they want to achieve, such as:
At Simpson Physiotherapy, we specialise in supporting people at every stage of their recovery so they can continue rebuilding their life after a stroke.
The effects of a stroke can vary greatly depending on the area of the brain affected. Some people experience mild changes, while others may face more significant physical challenges.
Common symptoms after a stroke may include:
These symptoms can make everyday activities more difficult, including simple tasks such as standing up, walking around the house or getting in and out of bed.
Many people also experience a loss of confidence after a stroke. Activities that once felt easy may now feel uncertain or overwhelming, which can lead people to become less active over time.
At Simpson Physiotherapy, we specialise in stroke rehabilitation and helping the brain recover through a process known as neuroplasticity.
Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to reorganise and form new connections after injury. Through targeted rehabilitation, the brain can learn new ways to control movement and regain lost function.
Our approach focuses on helping the brain rebuild these connections through structured therapy and guided practice.
Your rehabilitation programme may include:
One of the biggest challenges people face after stroke is that formal therapy often ends too soon. Many people receive excellent care in hospital and early community rehabilitation, but this support may only last a few weeks or months.
Recovery, however, does not stop after six months. With the right guidance and consistent training, people can continue making meaningful progress long after their stroke.
At Simpson Physiotherapy, we work with people at every stage of recovery. Our goal is to help you build the skills, strength and confidence needed to live as independently as possible and return to the activities that matter most to you.
If you or a loved one has experienced a stroke and would like to learn more about recovery, we have created a free downloadable report to help you get started.
Choosing physiotherapy as a career is one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, I love helping people to surprise themselves at what they can achieve! If I can help to make everyday life easier for someone then I’m happy.
Outside of work I enjoy gallivanting around Scotland, I’ve just started on a project to convert a campervan for future trips. I also like to keep active through sports and walks with my dog
Hi, my name is Lydia, and I am a physiotherapist who specialises in working with adults affected by neurological conditions. I have worked in a variety of different clinical settings within the NHS here in the UK working both the community and hospital. I have also had the opportunity to live and work in New Zealand which was an amazing experience both professionally and personally.
I love being a physio and having the opportunity to support people to achieve their goals really is a privilege, I have met some truly incredible people while doing this job. Outside of work I am kept pretty busy with 2 young daughters and a black lab! I love spending time with my family, and you will often find us outdoors either hiking or mountain biking.
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I’m Emma, I’m a physiotherapist here at Simpson Physiotherapy, working with adults who are affected by neurological conditions. I have worked in many different settings within the NHS and in Ireland. For the last few years, I have specialised in working with adults in their own homes, working towards achieving their goals and regaining some independence.
Outside of work, I enjoy staying active by hosting my own running club, spending time with family, friends and my crazy cocker spaniel! I’m looking forward to meeting you and helping you work towards your goals!
Hi, my name is Niamh, and I am a Neuro Coach at Simpson Physiotherapy.
It is a privilege to work in rehabilitation and help clients to overcome injury or meet their own personal mobility goals.
Hi, I am one of the Client Relations Assistants. My role is to support the physio’s by ensuring that the admin side of things are taken care of but more importantly it is my responsibility to make sure that we are living up to our side of the treatment plan. I keep in regular contact with all our clients to ensure that our standards of service are always being maintained. I enjoy getting to know everyone and take pride in the great results and achievements made by our
Hello! I am one of the Clients Relations Assistant for the practice. My background has been a mixture of jobs – I’ve been a waitress; I’ve worked in a sports memorabilia shop, and I’ve also worked in betting shops.
As you can see from my job history, I love sports! I recently gained my masters degree at Dundee University in archive and record management, and due to graduate in 2025. My goal to become an archivist and work in the medical sector! The most interesting thing about myself is probably that pre-Covid, I catalogued medical records from Edinburgh mental asylum, with the records dating back to the early 1800s. I have my Honours Degree in History.