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Neuromuscular re-education is a technique used by occupational therapists to restore normal body movement patterns.
The body’s nerves and muscles work together to produce movement. Nerves send signals between the body’s muscles and brain about where, when and how fast to move. Over time, muscle movement patterns are learned and stored in one’s memory.
When nerves or muscles experience damage or injury resulting from trauma and various medical and neurological conditions, muscle movement patterns can be negatively affected. Neuromuscular re-education is one method used by occupational therapists to facilitate the return of normal movement in patients with neuromuscular impairments.
Neuromuscular re-education consists of:
- FIne Motor Coordination Training
- Gross Motor Coordination Training
- Manual techniques (i.e., PNF-proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation)
- Activities for balance and core control
- Therapeutic exercises that are designed to re-develop normal controlled movement patterns.
Neuromuscular re-education plays a major role in the rehabilitation of our patients. Using the proper techniques, activities, and exercises will prevent acute injury and guide your child into reaching their full potential.
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At Southern Pediatric Therapy Clinic, we look at the patient as a whole and address all aspects of the dysfunction to help the child achieve their maximal rehabilitation potential, and to be the best they can be in performing all of their functional activities. Request an appointment for your child today.
