What it is
A short, honest summary.
- —A group of conditions affecting the cerebellum or its pathways, causing incoordination.
- —Can be hereditary (Friedreich's, spinocerebellar ataxias) or acquired (post-stroke, alcohol-related, immune-mediated).
- —Affects walking, speech, eye movement, and fine motor work.
What families notice
The signals worth taking seriously.
- 01Unsteady, wide-based gait
- 02Slurred or scanning speech
- 03Tremor when reaching for objects (intention tremor)
- 04Difficulty with fine motor tasks
- 05Eye movement abnormalities
My approach
How the work is structured.
- —Frenkel-style coordination exercises — slow, deliberate, repeated.
- —Balance training across a spectrum of conditions (eyes open, eyes closed, varied surfaces).
- —Weighted limb work and adaptive equipment to dampen tremor where appropriate.
- —Falls prevention as a daily concern, not a periodic one.
What recovery looks like
A plain-language picture.
“Hereditary ataxias progress, but very slowly with the right rehabilitation. Acquired ataxias often improve substantially. Either way, the work is worthwhile.”
FAQ
Common questions, answered briefly.
- Are there exercises I can do at home daily?
- Yes — Frenkel exercises, balance practice in safe corners of the home, and walking with attention. We design the daily routine together.
- Do walking aids help or hinder?
- Used correctly, they enable activity that would otherwise stop. Walking less is more dangerous than walking with a stick.