Supporting Our Clients Living With Fatigue

One of the most common difficulties that many of our clients with an acquired brain injury tell us they struggle with is severe and debilitating fatigue.

Whilst fatigue may be experienced very differently between individuals, there are some similarities which have prompted SP Therapy Services to come up with a package of support. Franki Collinson, SP Occupational Therapist and Champion for Cognition, has produced a simple booklet offering education regarding the different types of fatigue as a resource for our clients. To request a copy of the booklet please email us at info@sptherapyservices.co.uk

DOWNLOAD “LIVING WITH FATIGUE” RESOURCE

Understanding the nature of the fatigue is half of the battle. Often the fatigue presents as a ‘brain fog’ or cognitive fatigue affecting concentration and, therefore, affecting memory as the information has not been processed and stored. Other types of fatigue may be as a result of deconditioning or may be emotional in nature causing sadness and distress.

In order to get a thorough picture of how and when the fatigue presents we can offer an individualised assessment which includes a detailed analysis of daily living activities, including the environment in which they are carried out and any pattern or triggers to the fatigue.

We will support our clients to avoid a ‘boom and bust’ cycle which is where many people will try to do too much when they are having a good day. Unfortunately, this can have the effect of causing a crash in the following few days.

We work with our clients to set meaningful goals and grade any activities, and we can teach fatigue management techniques, for example, breaking tasks down and taking regular, timely rest periods. In this way we can look at what’s realistic and achievable so that, with a few modifications, our clients can get on with what they enjoy doing!

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.