Thorpes Neuro Rehab

03/09/2026

🗣️ Speech & Language Therapy Group for People Living with Parkinson’s

Living with Parkinson’s can sometimes affect the way we speak including speech volume, clarity, articulation, expression and breath support.

We’re pleased to offer a specialist 5-week Speech and Language Therapy Group, providing a supportive and friendly environment to practice communication strategies, build confidence and connect with others experiencing similar challenges.

✨ What will we work on?
• Speech volume and clarity
• Articulation
• Expression
• Using breath to support clearer speech
• Practical communication strategies
• Elements of the LSVT LOUD® approach

👥 Small group: Maximum 4 participants
📅 5-week course: Mondays
⏰ 11:00–11:45am
📍 Thorpes Neuro Rehab, Eversley
💷£130 for initial 1-2-1 session
💷 £165 for all five sessions

Before joining the group, each participant will have an individual assessment with our Specialist Neurological Speech and Language Therapist, Mel, to make sure the programme is appropriate for their needs.

The group is designed to be supportive, person-centred and goal-focused, giving you the opportunity to practise in a relaxed setting alongside others living with Parkinson’s.

📞 Interested in joining?
Contact Thorpes Neuro Rehab on 0118 391 5055 or email [email protected] to arrange an initial assessment or find out about the next available course.

Places are limited to just 4 participants.

27/07/2026

🎉 NEW SERVICE – Speech and Language Therapy 🎉

We're excited to announce that Speech and Language Therapy is now available at Thorpes Neuro Rehab!

Please join us in welcoming Melissa (Mel) Avis, our new Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, to our growing multidisciplinary team.

Mel will be providing specialist speech and language therapy for adults with neurological conditions, supporting people with:

🗣️ Speech and communication difficulties
🧠 Cognitive communication difficulties
🥄 Swallowing difficulties

Together with our neurological physiotherapy service, we're now able to offer even more comprehensive, person-centred rehabilitation.

If you or someone you know could benefit from Speech and Language Therapy, we'd love to hear from you.

📞 0118 391 5055
📧 [email protected]

Please join us in giving Mel a warm welcome! 💙

16/07/2026

✨ Meet the Newest Members of the Thorpes Neuro Rehab Team! ✨

We're delighted to welcome three fantastic Neurological Physiotherapists to Thorpes Neuro Rehab! Their skills, enthusiasm and passion for helping people achieve their goals make them a wonderful addition to our growing team.

👋 Callum Edwards
Callum graduated from Cardiff University before completing a range of NHS rotations across South Wales. He has now relocated to Hampshire to specialise in neurological rehabilitation. He is passionate about helping people regain their independence through personalised, goal-focused rehabilitation and enjoys working closely with each client to achieve meaningful progress.

👋 Ant King
Ant brings a unique combination of psychology and physiotherapy, having previously worked in mental health before completing his MSc in Physiotherapy. His holistic, patient-centred approach and experience supporting people in their own homes enables him to tailor rehabilitation around what matters most to each individual.

👋 Jenny DeCanha
Jenny joins us with extensive specialist neurological physiotherapy experience, bringing a wealth of clinical expertise to the team. Alongside her rehabilitation work, she has an established background as an Expert Witness, reflecting the high level of knowledge, professionalism and clinical judgement she brings to every patient. We are thrilled to welcome her expertise to Thorpes Neuro Rehab.

We're incredibly excited to have Callum, Ant and Jenny on board. Their knowledge, compassion and commitment to delivering outstanding neurological rehabilitation will help us continue providing the highest standard of care to even more people.

Please join us in giving them a very warm Thorpes Neuro Rehab welcome! 💙

14/05/2026

🧠 How Does Repetition Change the Brain?

One of the most important concepts in neurological rehabilitation is neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to adapt, reorganise, and form new neural connections.

After a stroke or brain injury, certain pathways in the brain may become damaged. Rehabilitation helps the brain create and strengthen new pathways through repetition and practice.

Every movement, exercise, and task repetition sends signals through the nervous system. Over time, these repeated signals help the brain become more efficient at performing that movement or activity again.

This is why rehabilitation often includes practising the same movements consistently:
• Reaching and grasping
• Standing and walking
• Balance exercises
• Speech and communication tasks
• Everyday functional activities

Recovery is not usually about doing something perfectly straight away, it’s about consistent practice over time.

Small repetitions can lead to meaningful changes. 💜💚

11/05/2026

May is Stroke Awareness Month 🧠

At Thorpes Neuro Rehab, we are proud to be supporting Stroke Awareness Month by sharing education, raising awareness, and highlighting the importance of rehabilitation and recovery after stroke. 💜💚

MYTH vs FACT 👇

❌ MYTH: Stroke recovery stops after 6 months.

✅ FACT: Recovery can continue months and even years after a stroke.

The brain has an incredible ability to adapt and reorganise itself through something called neuroplasticity. With the right rehabilitation, repetition, and support, people can continue making meaningful progress long after the early stages of recovery.

Recovery may include improvements in:
• Walking and balance
• Arm and hand function
• Speech and communication
• Fatigue management
• Confidence and independence

Every stroke recovery journey is different, and progress is rarely linear. But change is possible.

At Thorpes Neuro Rehab, we believe in supporting long-term rehabilitation goals and celebrating every step forward.

14/01/2026

🎉 10 years of the Parkinson’s UK Exercise Hub 🎉

We’re proud to celebrate this fantastic milestone and to recognise our physio Beccy Oliver for her involvement in the Exercise Hub since its early days.

Over the last decade, the Hub has grown into a national network supporting exercise professionals to deliver high-quality, evidence-based movement for people living with Parkinson’s. Beccy’s passion, expertise and dedication have played a key role in shaping its development and impact.

A huge congratulations to everyone involved and a special thank you to Beccy for continuing to champion the power of exercise in neurological rehabilitation 💜

👉 Read more about the 10-year anniversary here:
https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/professionals/news/2025/10-years-exercise-hub

This year, our Exercise Hub celebrated its 10 year anniversary. 2025 also marks a new chapter as specialist physiotherapists Beccy Oliver and Julie Jones step down as joint leads of the Exercise Hub and we welcome new leadership in 2026.

24/12/2025

As Christmas approaches, we’d like to say a heartfelt thank you to all of our clients, families, and partners for being part of the Thorpes Neuro Rehab journey this year.

From all of us (pictured enjoying a well-earned Christmas celebration 🎄), we wish you a very Merry Christmas filled with warmth, rest, and joy. Thank you for allowing us to support you — it truly means a lot to our whole team.

Merry Christmas from everyone at Thorpes Neuro Rehab ✨

07/12/2025

🌀 Ready to take your vestibular physio skills to the next level?

Join our Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation – 2-Day Workshop by the CSP. Ideal for physiotherapists and rehab professionals looking to deepen their knowledge of dizziness, balance disorders, and vestibular conditions.

What you’ll gain:

In-depth understanding of the vestibular system & balance mechanisms

Expertise in vestibular assessment, differential diagnosis & rehabilitation techniques

Evidence-based management strategies for conditions like vertigo, BPPV, vestibular hypofunction & more

Practical skills + confidence to support patients with dizziness, imbalance & falls risk

Why it matters:
Vestibular rehab helps reduce dizziness and vertigo, improves balance and mobility, lowers fall risk, and supports independence and quality of life for those suffering from inner-ear and balance disorders.

📅 Save the date. Sign up now!
Spaces are limited, don’t miss this chance to enhance your clinical toolkit and make a real difference.



Vestibular Rehab Physio

01/12/2025

👩‍🦽✨ We’re Hiring! Join the Thorpes Neuro Rehab Team ✨👩‍⚕️

We’re excited to announce that we’re recruiting for a Band 6 Neurological Physiotherapist to join our growing team in Eversley, Hampshire (right on the Hampshire, Berkshire & Surrey border!).

If you’re passionate about neurological rehab and love helping people get back to doing what they enjoy most, we’d love to hear from you. 💜

What we offer:
✅ Supportive, specialist neuro team
✅ Split community & clinic caseload
✅ Full-time or part-time hours – totally flexible
✅ Competitive salary based on experience
✅ A rewarding role where patients truly come first

If you’re looking for your next opportunity in a friendly, forward-thinking service, check out the full details here 👇
🔗 https://www.thorpesneurorehab.com/jobs

Have questions or want to apply?
📧 [email protected]

📞 0118 391 5055

Come and be part of something meaningful. We’d love to hear from you! 💚

We are a team of specialist neurological physiotherapists with a combined 80 years of clinical experience - focused on empowering individuals.

20/11/2025

✨ Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation – 2-Day Course
👩‍⚕️ With Amanda Male, Expert Vestibular Physiotherapist

Are you a physiotherapist experienced in working with dizziness patients and ready to elevate your practice?
This in-depth, practical two-day course is designed to strengthen your clinical reasoning, refine your assessment skills, and expand your confidence in managing complex vestibular presentations.

Over the weekend, Amanda will guide you through:
🔹 Revision of common vestibular pathologies
🔹 Advanced oculomotor assessment techniques
🔹 Differential diagnosis with real case discussions
🔹 Practical treatment principles and progression strategies
🔹 An in-depth exploration of BPPV, central dysfunction & PPPD

Expect an inspiring, interactive learning experience packed with evidence-based teaching and hands-on practice.

📅 Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th January 2026
⏰ 9am – 5pm each day
📍 Thorpes Neuro Rehab, Church Farm Business Centre, Eversley, Hook, Hampshire
💷 £250

📩 Book your place:
[email protected]

📞 0118 391 5055

Spaces are limited — secure your spot and take your vestibular rehab skills to the next level! 🙌