At Healing Touch, we specialise in treating neurological conditions in children and young adults with acquired injuries, genetic conditions and birth injuries.

Therapy for children is entirely different to that for adults. In their developing stage, children grow constantly, and there are significant changes in their musculoskeletal system throughout their growth spurt. Therefore, treatment for these growing bodies requires specialist knowledge and experience.

Isaac’s story

Isaac was born with Cerebral Palsy when he suffered a brain injury during pregnancy following placenta failure. Isaac didn’t reach certain physical and developmental milestones until later, and multidisciplinary therapeutic intervention was integral to his journey.

In 2019, Isaac underwent spinal dorsal rhizotomy surgery. This is an operation that reduces spasticity in children with Cerebral Palsy. Isaac received intensive physiotherapy from statutory services alongside targeted independent provision to maximise the outcome of the surgery. Victoria Kemp, our Clinical Specialist and Neurological Physiotherapist, worked with Isaac following his operation and alongside the NHS team to enable him to reach his target rehabilitation goals.

Victoria said:

“Isaac has made phenomenal progress with ongoing rehab. His determination and engagement with therapy have primarily contributed to his progress. He has made meaningful physical and functional gains with specific and targeted rehab and improved overall motor function.”

Victoria ensured that he worked to his target potential whilst offering different adjutants, including hydrotherapy, land therapy, and intervention within the educational set and at home.

Issac’s mum said:

Vic is amazing. Isaac has a great connection with her. They work professionally together but have a great friendship as well.”

Clinical Director, Kay Ganguly added:

“What is most heartening for us is the impact that we bring to our clients and feel a sense of achievement when we know our mission is on track. Victoria has done a fantastic job working with Isaac, and without his determination and courage, he would not be where he is today.”

Watch Isaac’s story on our YouTube channel below.

The team at Healing Touch offers assessment, management and recommendations for the client’s long-term rehabilitation needs. We are instructed as expert witnesses for clinical evidence in personal injury and clinical negligence cases for the process of proceedings.

For more information or support, please call 0333 090 2803 or email info@healingtouchrehab.co.uk.