The Conditions Library
A plain-language guide to the conditions that affect movement, development, balance, and recovery. Understanding always comes before solutions — so we start by helping you make sense of things, gently and without jargon.
Every person here is more than a diagnosis. Our focus is on understanding, participation, and what genuinely helps.
Browse by condition
Open whichever fits your situation — each one leads to clear, reassuring guidance.
For children
Cerebral Palsy
A condition affecting movement and posture, caused by early differences in how the brain develops. We focus on what helps a child move and take part.
Developmental Delay
When a child reaches some milestones — like sitting, walking, or talking — later than usual. The right support often helps them progress.
Autism
A different way of experiencing the world, including movement and the senses. We take a supportive, strengths-based view.
Sensory Challenges
When everyday sights, sounds, or touch feel too much or too little — which can shape how a child moves and settles.
Coordination Difficulties
When everyday physical tasks — like catching, dressing, or handwriting — feel harder than expected. Playful practice helps.
For adults in recovery
Stroke
How the brain relearns movement after a stroke, and what supports recovery, step by step, over time.
Parkinson’s Disease
How movement, balance, and daily habits help people stay active and confident with Parkinson’s.
Balance Problems
Understanding dizziness and unsteadiness, and rebuilding steady, confident movement.
Falls Prevention
Practical ways to feel steadier and reduce the risk of falls, at home and out and about.
Fracture Recovery
Healing, rebuilding strength, and safely returning to the activities you enjoy after a fracture.
Movement & participation topics
Conditions are only part of the picture. These topics cut across them — the everyday abilities that help people take part.
Walking
Building confident, steady movement on your feet.
Balance
Staying steady and secure through everyday movement.
Strength
Growing strength and stamina at a comfortable pace.
Play
How play builds a child's body, brain, and confidence.
School Participation
Helping a child take part fully in the classroom.
Independence
Growing confidence and everyday independence, at any age.
How to use this library
Three gentle steps — there’s no need to rush any of them.
Understand
Start with a clear, plain-language explanation — what a condition is, and what it means in everyday life.
Explore
Follow the topics and journeys that matter to you, at whatever depth feels right today.
Apply
Turn understanding into action with practical guidance you can use at home, at school, or in daily life.
Meet Coco
With so many conditions and topics here, Coco helps you find the right place to start. Coco is a friendly guide — not a doctor, therapist, or chatbot — who asks a gentle question or two and points you toward the learning that fits, celebrating your progress along the way.
- Coco asks: “What would you like to understand?”
- Coco asks: “Who are you here for today?”
- Coco asks: “What would you like help with?”
Recommended starting points
New here? These three steps are a gentle way to begin.
Find the condition on your mind
Browse the cards above and open the one that fits your situation. You don’t need to read everything.
Follow a learning journey
Each condition links to gentle, step-by-step learning you can take at your own pace.
Let Coco help you choose
Not sure where to start? Coco can point you to the right place with a question or two.
Ready to speak with a therapist?
Understanding your condition is the first step. When you are ready to take action, our Recovery Assessment helps your therapist prepare a personalised rehabilitation plan before your first appointment.