Jess @JessFND
25, Qualified Physiotherapist. Diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder Feb 2018. The reality of living and working with FND 🌺 United Kingdom Joined May 2019-
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@fnd_me Looks fantastic! I have the same problem during a flare in that I can run but not walk! I found I could crawl and walk backwards too! 🧠 #FND #FNDAware
"Physio for FND is not like physio for muscle weakness. It’s about showing people how to access normal movement when that is proving impossible... We’re aiming to change people’s ideas about what is possible with this condition." sgul.ac.uk/news/meet-the-…
Anthony’s dreams were coming true, until FND got in the way. He waited years to access the right treatment. Please share his story & raise awareness of FND using #FNDandUs. Find out more at fndhope.com/fndandus #FNDandUs #LetsTalkFND @tonesqueFND @fndhope
Framework for understanding the pathophysiology of #FND. We highlight relationships between symptoms - constructs - circuits. Roles for emotion processing / salience, agency, attention, interoception & perceptual inference / predictive processing. cup.org/2Hpt4Rk
@Livingmybestlyf I agree it’s defiantly the first warning sign of a possible “flare”! It’s so so difficult to pace, especially when you forget what I feels like to feel well and then when you do the sense of freedom and wanting to do everything is hard to ignore!
@JillianCarson7 I wish you all the best! Remember you are not alone 🌟
@JillianCarson7 Hi Jillian :) I found neurosymptoms.org really helpful in understanding what’s going on. On a professional level I looked in detail into current literature and research surrounding it and set a treatment plan for myself as I would if treating any other patient with FND 🌟
@FndRecovery I think understanding what’s going on in my brain really helped reduce the fear and anxiety surrounding my symptoms. Daily exercise and mindfullness plus a good diet, Iv lost over a stone in weight and never been so healthy! 😊
Occupational Therapy consensus recommendation for FND led brilliantly by @CNicholsonOT. Packed full of practical suggestions over 17 pages (open access in long version). OT has so much to offer people with FND. jnnp.bmj.com/content/jnnp/e…
Communicating with people when wearing a mask can be challenging for both parties 😷 Never underestimate facial expression and lip reading as facilitators of communication! Here are some simple tips which can help 👍🏻 @LPTAdultSpeech @RCSLT @LPTnhs @FinchSlt @rennie1d
Imaging study provides insights on functional neurological disorder healtheuropa.eu/imaging-study-… #FND
Woke up feeling weird. I couldn’t quite put my finger on why, and then I realised. I have energy. My brain isn’t fuzzy. Iv lost track of the number of days I had been fighting this “flare”. I’m determined to make the most of the day. In a sensible, paced way of cause 😂 🌦 #fnd
So it’s been a tough few weeks. My fatigue levels have been horrendous and I lost my beloved dog jasmine after 13years. Taking it step by step and trying to look to the future ⛅️#FNd #mentalHealthMatters
@ERobins47603244 @HulyaMcConville Hi eve :) I’m okay how are you? I wasn’t diagnosed at Salford Royal I was diagnosed at the John Radcliffe in Oxford. I still have “episodes” but am able to work full time, would be happy to talk over DM, I’m just very aware everyone’s journey is so very different :) xx
@Aspie01787322 It is possible yes as I’m lucky enough to really love my job! 🥳
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1K Followers 420 Following 一个爱看球的女生账号🧡 每天分享赛前比分预测 + 简单分析 有时候很认真hhh,有时候也会猜错~~呜呜🥺 不装大神,不说绝对,只记录真实过程 欢迎宝宝们一起看球聊天哈⚽
FND Dimensions @FNDDimensions
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Kathrin LaFaver, MD, ... @LaFaverMD
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Anthony Roberts 🇻�... @tonesqueFND
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Supporting Mental Hea... @supporting_uk
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Liz @liz_firmin24
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Lesley-Ann McGregor �... @LesleyAnnMcG
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