Cerebellar Ataxia

Physiotherapy plays a central role in the approach to managing cerebellar ataxia, focusing on improving mobility, balance, coordination, and overall quality of life. Our expert physiotherapy interventions are designed to address the specific challenges posed by cerebellar ataxia and empower individuals to maximise their functional abilities.

Cerebellar ataxia is a neurological condition characterised by dysfunction in the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for coordinating movement and balance. It is a complex neurological disorder that can have various underlying causes, including genetic mutations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, brain tumours, and degenerative conditions such as Friedreich’s ataxia. Regardless of the cause, cerebellar ataxia impairs the brain’s ability to coordinate movement accurately, leading to instability and difficulties with voluntary muscle control, unsteady gait, impaired coordination, tremors, and difficulties with fine motor skills.