Neurology Rehab

Neurology Rehab Specializing in helping people living with movement disorders through evidenced-based neurological rehabilitation

04/28/2026

About 13 months ago, I wrote down a quiet goal. I wanted to change what my day-to-day work looked like as a physiotherapist.

I love my local clinic, but it’s tough hearing from patients across the country who can’t find a clinician that understands FND. I realized that if I really wanted to help them, I needed to step out of my own practice and start teaching.

I wanted my work to be built on three pillars: patient education, specialized physiotherapy care, and teaching.

This weekend in the PEI marked a milestone that means a lot to me. After wrapping up this course, there are now over 100 physiotherapists and occupational therapists who are FND informed.

It was a privilege to spend the weekend with so many wonderful clinicians on the east coast who genuinely just want to learn and do right by their patients. The travel days can be long, but knowing there are now over 100 more informed healthcare providers out there makes it so worth it.

04/08/2026

I was recently invited on the and couldn’t help but sneak in a little FND awareness 🧠

Something I talk about a lot in clinic. Tremor is a symptom. And the cause of that tremor can be really different depending on who’s sitting in front of you.

A big proportion of my clients come from both an FND clinic and a Parkinson’s clinic. So one thing I’ll do is a secondary dual task, essentially asking the brain to do two things at once.

What I see is this:

For folks living with Parkinson’s, loading the basal ganglia that way tends to increase the tremor 🔺

For functional tremor, because it’s not due to structural damage but more of a software issue of the brain, when the brain gets distracted that tremor actually comes down 🔻

Two people. Two tremors that might look the same. But how they respond to certain maneuvers tells what treatment approach would be most helpful.

Save this if you or someone you know has been told they have a tremor.

04/03/2026

Parkinson’s disease is complex, and no two people experience it the same way.

In this video, neurological physiotherapist Haseel Bhatt demonstrates how symptoms can vary from person to person.

03/30/2026

Notice how clearly the symptoms present on the left side in this video — reduced step length is one of the most common and impactful gait changes we see in Parkinson’s, and it matters more than people realise.

Why does reduced step length matter? A shortened stride doesn’t just affect how someone walks, it can:
↳ Reduce balance and stability
↳ Increase fall risk
↳ Contribute to freezing of gait
↳ Affect confidence and independence in daily movement

In this session, we paired treadmill training with visual cueing using a laser as a target to give the brain a concrete, external focus point — shifting attention away from the movement itself and onto hitting that target with the left foot.

The result? You can see the difference by the end of the session. This is the power of external focus + task-specific training : two evidence-based strategies that can make a real impact when applied consistently in physiotherapy.

Quick note: a line laser works best for this kind of cueing, but this was a community session and a small pointer was all I had on hand. The principle still applies, and even a simple laser pointer can be a powerful tool in the right context.

🧠 For educational purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before beginning any exercise program.

02/03/2026

Staying current with the latest research ensures our practice, education, and patient care evolve with the science, not behind it. Here are a few recent important Parkinson's research papers that I found to be helpful as Parkinson's physiothearpist

1. Li, Z., & Hu, P. (2025). Exercise: The key to enhancing sleep quality and physical function in Parkinson's disease? A systematic review and meta-analysis. PloS one, 20(11), e0336381. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.033638

2. Duñabeitia I, González-Devesa D, Blanco-Martínez N, Ayán-Pérez C. The effects of stretching in Parkinson's disease: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Parkinsonism Relat Disord. 2025;136:107865. doi:10.1016/j.parkreldis.2025.107865

3. Silva-Batista C, Almeida FO, Batista A, Barbosa ER, Horak FB, Ugrinowitsch C. Complex Exercises Improve Cognition in People With Parkinson's Disease and Freezing of Gait. Neurorehabil Neural Repair. 2025;39(1):3-15. doi:10.1177/15459683241290793

02/03/2026

In my conversation with Dr. Carl Leochico, we dived into a topic that’s at the heart of what we do: the power of trust in the clinician-patient relationship.

Whether you’re a physiotherapist, a neurologist, physiatrist, or any other healthcare professional, building trust is the foundation for everything else. Without it, even the best treatments can fall short.

In our conversation, we discussed:

Why trust is the essential first step in FND care.

How early diagnosis and appropriate treatments can make a world of difference.

The importance of ongoing education for all clinicians involved in a patient’s journey.

I’m curious of your thoughts on trust in healthcare.

01/19/2026

Tremors are often at their most challenging first thing in the morning, right before your medication has had a chance to fully kick in. While exercise is a vital tool for managing symptoms, sometimes people need a little bit of help to start their day.

I recently worked with a gentleman living with Parkinson’s who was struggling with this exact issue
My recommendation? A simple toothbrush swap.

Why an Electric Toothbrush Can Help👇🏽

1. Built-In Movement: Unlike manual brushes, the electric version does the oscillating work for you, requiring far less manual dexterity and fine motor control.

2. Weighted Support: Electric toothbrushes have a larger handle and more weight, which can help naturally dampen hand tremors and provide a steadier grip.

3.The Power of Vibration: A few research studies suggests that focal vibration may have positive effects on Parkinson’s motor symptoms by providing sensory feedback to the brain, potentially offering a bit more control during the task.

Everyone’s journey is unique and requires a personalized approach, but if your morning routine feels like an uphill battle, this one small switch could make a big difference.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or a healthcare professional before making changes to your health routine or for advice regarding a specific medical condition.

01/19/2026

One of the most meaningful parts of my work is collaborating with colleagues who are advancing care and research in the area of movement disorders.

I recently had a conversation with psychiatrist Dr. Carl Leochico and researcher Daniyal Kashif, who led this impactful, patient-first project following the real journey of people living with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) as they navigate the healthcare system from early symptoms to finally receiving a diagnosis and accessing treatment.

I was grateful for the opportunity to support this work and wanted to help amplify a project that centers FND patient experience, understanding, and better care pathways.

If you haven’t already, I highly recommend checking out the Healthy Debate article led by Dr. Leochico and Daniyal Kashif - it’s been generating important conversations for a reason.

We’re finally coming to the East Coast 🇨🇦✨This April, we’re bringing our Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Healthca...
01/16/2026

We’re finally coming to the East Coast 🇨🇦✨

This April, we’re bringing our Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Healthcare Provider Course to Prince Edward Island, supporting physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare providers to build real-world skills to confidently assess and treat people living with FND.

This course was created with one mission in mind:
👉 increase awareness
👉 improve access to informed providers
👉 and ultimately improve care for people living with functional neurological symptoms

📍 Charlottetown, PEI (Maritimes)
📅 April 25–26, 2026

⚠️ Important: Unlike previous offerings, we can only release a limited number of external spots for providers working outside the hospital—once they’re gone, they’re gone.

👉 The best way to secure a spot is to join the FND Course Waitlist (link in bio).

If you’ve been waiting for high-quality, practical FND education closer to home—this is it.

01/09/2026

I’m gearing up for another round of training designed specifically for PTs, OTs, and healthcare providers who are passionate about helping people living with Functional Neurological Disorder! 🧠

A couple of 2026 course dates are releasing soon. 🗓️

Tap the link in our bio to add your name to the course list so you don’t miss out.

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