Robert Butterworth | Neurological Physiotherapist in Blackburn

Chartered Physiotherapist Specialising in Neurology
Serving Blackburn and East Lancashire

Robert Butterworth is a community-based physiotherapist specialising in neurology supporting clients in Blackburn and surrounding areas, including Darwen, Accrington, Clitheroe, Great Harwood, and Rishton. Known for his dynamic, patient-led approach, Rob empowers people with neurological conditions to build independence, achieve meaningful goals, and regain confidence in everyday life.

With a strong background in home-based and community rehabilitation, Rob helps clients meet their full potential — whether that’s regaining the ability to drive a powerchair, rejoining a local football group, or simply mastering the tasks that matter most in their daily lives. He works across various environments including homes, schools, and gyms to ensure therapy is functional, accessible, and life-enhancing.

Rob is particularly skilled in engaging clients who have previously disengaged from therapy. By building trust and strong therapeutic relationships, he creates a foundation where clients feel safe, understood, and motivated to engage. He also plays a key role in upskilling support workers, offering one-to-one and group training on therapeutic exercise, handling techniques, and tone management.

Reviews

Marie Oxtoby

I am the Chair/Co-ordinator of Bolton Neuro Voices, a small local charity. I first contacted SP Therapy Services in 2012 when I was looking for a neuro physiotherapist to help us pilot a new Hydrotheraoy Course for people with long-term neurological conditions. Since then Susan Pattison and her staff have helped us to deliver ten courses to a total of more than 200 people and to facilitate the progress of many on to ongoing Continuation Programmes. Her expertise and willingness to listen and respond to our needs and those of our very varied participants is hugely appreciated and our partnership has gone from strength to strength. I unreservedly recommend this practice.

Amanda Knight

Andy provided a very thorough and considered physiotherapy assessment of a client with complex needs. His report was to a very high standard and underpinned all immediate and long term therapy needs. Thank you!

Elaine O'Flaherty

Very professional service and high quality of reports and communication to ensure best practice and outcomes for my clients.

Suzanne

SP Therapy Services has supported Greater Manchester Spinal Injury Group for many years. Susan and Rebecca have demonstrated knowledge and skill and been adaptable to working in community settings. I would have no hesitation in recommending SP Therapy Services

Janet Penny

I am delighted to endorse the team at SP Therapy Services. They consistently provide exceptional therapy and support their practice with sound, detailed documentation, which always arrives in a timely manner. The friendly clinicians are a credit to this fabulous company and it is evident that they always keep their patients at the centre of everything they do.