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Reviews of HomePhysio By Nicola

Nicola has been very supportive and creative in her therapy approach, making exercises fun and rewarding: whether it be reaching out to switch a toy, or sitting supported bouncing on Mummy’s pilates ball, or standing making steps in the harness, with music on for motivation. On one occasion she even brought some sticky slime to play with to help his hands! Matthew is unable to sit independently, but Nicola encouraged him to sit in balance on the side of the bed. Eventually after some time, he could sit by himself for around a minute, this was quite an achievement. She will encourage staff to take on passive exercise work and encourage them to get involved in therapy sessions.
Nicola worked with us, listening to what our goals were for our son, and challenging him and us to reach forward to achieve new ones. We always looked forward to her weekly visits and when we eventually managed to create a hydro pool, she took her sessions into the water with, this was a whole new experience. I would recommend her highly. She is kind and knowledgeable and has a great approach both to the client and the parents! It is a team approach. On a practical level, she has also supported us with equipment reviews and splinting, liaising with orthotics.

"In 2017 my wife Janet suffered a massive stroke and she spent the next 6 months recovering in
hospital. During the latter months she was given physiotherapy by Nicola as she had lost control of
her left side and couldn’t walk.
When Janet came home she continued with physio and support from Nicola which enabled her to
walk again despite her mobility problem. After a series of home visits and prescribed exercises Janet
continued to improve with Nicola adding quality to her mobility.
Thanks to Nicola, Janet has not only been able to walk again but has regained confidence and has a
big part of her life restored.
Our sincere thanks to Nicola for her expert medical knowledge, commitment and professional but
friendly and understanding nature."

"Would certainly recommend her. Helped me immensely after hip operation".

Nicola from homephysionicola.co.uk has been working with my son for nearly a year now, he suffered a brain injury 8yrs ago and was left with spasticity affecting his arm and legs. Nicola came to work with him and in that time his movements, interaction and willingness to do what she asks is amazing. The work Nicola does and is doing deserves the highest award you can give. She has worked tirelessly and consistently, and given my son so much help that I can only say you won’t find a better physiotherapist to work with.

I have Motor Neuron Disease and I am a patient of Nicola Cockburn.

I found Nicola before my diagnosis as I was struggling to attend various appointments due to my mobility. The fact that Nicola was able to come to my home was of great help to me. From the first visit I was greatly impressed by Nicola’s expertise and her caring attitude regarding my needs.

I cannot stress enough how valuable a home visit is when you are struggling with a disability.
Nicola has been there for me throughout and was able to help me process the MND diagnosis ,

She adapted my care plan with strategies and exercises to take account of my needs both physically and mentally.

Nicola is an expert physiotherapist and her entrepreneurial skills in meeting the needs of her patients has offered the people of the Scottish Borders a service, in their own homes, which is of significant importance.

To have and expert like Nicola come in to my home and establish such kind and thoughtful concern in regard to my health provides me with excellent medical and physical care and adds to the quality of life for me and my family at a time which could be considered as deeply distressing.

I have no hesitation in recommending Nicola

Nicola has worked with my husband (who is recovering from being very ill with covid and spent 9 mths in hospital) for the past few mths and we are 100% happy with the treatment she has provided. She has different equipment that she uses to challenge him such as weights for his wrists, balancing board to strengthen his legs and core muscles. He has become more motivated and willing to achieve as much as he can from the sessions. Nicola has worked extremely hard on trying to get my husbands hands and fingers moving. There has been great progress and improvement since she started. She continually gives him praise which really helps him to work hard and achieve good results. She is a very caring and hard working lady who has great knowledge in what she does. My husband wouldn't have got to this stage if it hadn't been for Nicola.

Nicola from homephysionicola.co.uk has been working with my son for nearly a year now, he suffered a brain injury 8yrs ago and was left with spasticity affecting his arm and legs. Nicola came to work with him and in that time his movements, interaction and willingness to do what she asks is amazing. The work Nicola does and is doing deserves the highest award you can give. She has worked tirelessly and consistently, and given my son so much help that I can only say you won’t find a better physiotherapist to work with.