Mind2Muscle

07/01/2026

This kind of exercise combines physical rehabilitation with cognitive and social benefits, making it particularly valuable for people living with neurological conditions.
Here’s how -

🧠 Motor control & coordination
• Encourages controlled, symmetrical arm movements, helping retrain motor pathways after stroke, brain injury, MS, Parkinson’s, or similar conditions.
• Improves hand–eye coordination and timing as participants guide and stabilise the ball together.

💪 Strength, endurance & postural stability
• Builds upper-limb strength (shoulders, arms, wrists) in a functional, task-based way.
• Supports trunk control and sitting balance, especially important for wheelchair users or those with reduced core stability.

🔁 Bilateral integration & sensory feedback
• Promotes use of both sides of the body together, which is often challenging in neurological conditions.
• Provides rich proprioceptive and tactile feedback through the arms and hands, aiding body awareness.

🤝 Cognitive engagement & social interaction
• Requires attention, problem-solving, and cooperation, supporting cognitive skills such as focus and sequencing.

😊 Confidence & emotional wellbeing
• The paired format encourages communication, social connection, and motivation, reducing isolation and increasing enjoyment.
• The activity is adaptable and achievable, helping participants experience success.

27/10/2025

Every day, people face challenges due to neurological conditions that can feel overwhelming. Mind2Muscle is making a real difference by helping individuals regain their independence and confidence. Your support can change lives. 🩵

This cause is important and whether you can donate or simply share the fundraiser, every little bit helps and is greatly appreciated 🩵🙏🏻

We are raising money for Mind2Muscle which is a charity supporting people with long term neurolo… Charlotte Kershaw needs your support for Mind2Muscle Charity

22/10/2025

I think we might be guilty of this Steph 🙈

22/10/2025

Introducing the cricket team🏏 we have our professional cricket coach Bobby Denton, Sports therapist, Unclan University student and our Mind2Muscle Clinical Practitioner that specialises in neurological conditions.

22/10/2025

Cricket today! 😁 fantastic session! Well done to everyone participating👏🏻

Come join us at Darwen cricket club every Wednesday 11:30am-1:00pm 🏏

22/10/2025

🩵MIND2MUSCLE🩵 Clinical Rehabilitation Centre for Neurological Conditions.

Open today for our members to use:
- Specialised Rehabilitation Gym
- M2M lounge for members, families, carers provided with refreshments, games, chat to others and more
- Rehabilitation Exercise Classes: Seated and standing rehabilitation exercise classes available.

For more info contact: 01254 942744 or [email protected]

20/10/2025

Mind2Muscles lounge for individuals; Members, carers, Family members☕️ we run cafes, provide games and refreshments😁 individuals can chat to others, gather and gain knowledge about their condition and overall be in a safe and positive environment🫖☕️

More info contact us on: 01254 942744 or [email protected]

20/10/2025

Vascular Parkinsonism. We’re focusing on improving gait and confidence when walking. He experiences a shuffling gait and freezing episodes-especially every few steps. We use BIG movement exercises to counteract the small, rigid movements typical of Parkinson’s. We’re also using cueing techniques such as stepping over lines and rhythmic counting to help bypass the basal ganglia (are of the brain affected with Parkinson’s disease) and initiate smoother movement. Alongside this, we’re targeting stride length, balance, and overall gait technique to support safer, more fluid walking. 🚶🧠.

15/10/2025