Neurological Assessment

Conditions affecting the nervous system require a specialised approach to physiotherapy. At Realign Rehab Clinic, NIT-5 Faridabad, Dr. Vaishali Suri performs thorough neurological assessments to understand how nerve function is affecting your movement and daily life.

What Is a Neurological Assessment?

A neurological physiotherapy assessment systematically evaluates the function of the nervous system. It examines reflexes, muscle tone, sensation, coordination, and voluntary movement control.

The goal is to identify which part of the nervous system may be affected and how this is influencing your physical function.

Why It Matters

Neurological conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injury, or peripheral nerve damage can cause weakness, spasticity, sensory loss, or balance problems. Without a thorough assessment, these issues can be missed or mismanaged.

An accurate neurological assessment allows Dr. Vaishali Suri to target rehabilitation precisely where it is needed most.

What Happens During the Assessment?

The assessment is conducted in a calm environment at Realign Rehab Clinic. You will be asked to perform various movements and respond to sensory testing.

• Reflexes are tested using a tendon hammer
• Sensation is assessed using light touch, pinprick, and vibration
• Coordination tests such as finger-to-nose or heel-to-shin are performed
• Muscle tone and voluntary movement control are evaluated

What We Measure

The assessment covers key neurological domains including:

• Deep tendon reflexes (normal, reduced, or exaggerated)
• Dermatomal and peripheral nerve sensation maps
• Upper and lower motor neuron signs
• Coordination, proprioception, and spatial awareness

What Your Results Mean

Findings help determine whether symptoms such as numbness, weakness, or spasticity are of central (brain/spinal cord) or peripheral (nerve) origin. This distinction significantly affects the rehabilitation approach used.

Results also guide the intensity and type of neurological physiotherapy exercises recommended.

"A careful neurological assessment allows us to meet the patient where they are neurologically — and build a recovery plan that is realistic, goal-directed, and grounded in how the nervous system actually heals."

When to Book a Neurological Assessment

This assessment is appropriate if you have experienced a stroke, nerve injury, spinal cord condition, or symptoms such as tingling, numbness, unexplained weakness, or coordination difficulties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a neurological assessment different from a neurologist consultation?

Yes. A neurologist diagnoses neurological conditions medically. A physiotherapy neurological assessment focuses on how those conditions affect movement and function, informing your rehabilitation programme.

Can children receive a neurological physiotherapy assessment at Realign Rehab Clinic?

Yes. Dr. Vaishali Suri is experienced in assessing children with conditions such as cerebral palsy, and uses age-appropriate methods throughout.

How many sessions are needed after a neurological assessment?

This varies depending on the condition and its severity. Dr. Vaishali Suri will outline an estimated rehabilitation plan following the initial assessment at Realign Rehab Clinic, Faridabad.