Upper Limb Class - Physio for Stroke - University of Birmingham

Patient and physiotherapist in upper limb class looking at building blocks

Patient and physiotherapist in upper limb class working with resistance bands

What is it?

Our upper limb class offers individualised training that aims to improve movement and function in the arm and hand following stroke.

All training within the class involves 1:1 supervision at all times for each patient, provided by the university’s students and supervised by physiotherapists who specialise in stroke rehabilitation.

The class provides a great opportunity for many stroke survivors to receive training, support and advice as part of their rehabilitation.

Where and when is it?

The Upper Limb Class takes place on a Friday morning during term time and takes place in the university’s Centre for Movement and Wellbeing (MoveWell).

Patient and physiotherapist in upper limb class working with balls and cups

Patient and physiotherapist in upper limb class working with peg blocks

Can I join the class?

We welcome referrals. Please read our eligibility criteria below; if you think you meet these and would like to attend assessment, please complete our referral form.

Following assessment, if we think you can benefit from the class, you will be invited to attend a series of sessions, typically attending each week for a period of 6-10 weeks.

Upper limb class referral form

What are the eligibility criteria for the class?

Age 16 or older
Confirmed stroke diagnosis
Medically fit and able to tolerate a 90-minute class
Functional ability in the affected arm and hand:
Some ability to reach forwards
At least the beginnings of thumb and/or finger extension