Aliza Rae | Spinal Cord Injury | Intensive Rehabilitation
“There was a chance I might not walk again, but now I can, because I believed I could.” Meet Aliza Rae. Living life to the fullest as a teenager; she
May 8, 2025
“There was a chance I might not walk again, but now I can, because I believed I could.” Meet Aliza Rae. Living life to the fullest as a teenager; she
“Everyone at Hobbs has made a huge positive impact in my recovery.” Prior to her injury, Hannah described herself as a ‘normal 25 year old’ who enjoyed a very colourful
“I’m healthy and happy, and still motivated to regain the pleasures and joys of my pre-stroke life.” – Ian Before starting his journey at Hobbs Rehabilitation, Ian lived life to
JS had a stroke affecting her left arm and leg, causing sensory loss and weakness. She was previously fit and active, playing golf at a club with her husband, and
I chose Hobbs Rehabilitation based on a strong recommendation from the IPF, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience.
The facilities at Oaksey House were excellent, providing a
I chose Hobbs Rehabilitation due to my previous positive experience with their high-quality physiotherapy. Their expertise gave me confidence that I would receive the best care possible.
At Oaksey House,
I chose Hobbs Rehabilitation because of their multidisciplinary approach to rehabilitation. Their expertise in spinal cord injury and neuropsychology gave me complete confidence in the treatment and advice provided.
The
A 21-year-old student had a haemorrhagic brain injury following a kick to the head in MMA training. Previously a commonwealth swimmer for Jersey. Economics and Finance at University.
EW lives with her partner Dave in a 3-bedroom rented house. She is a mother to 5 children and grandmother to 11 grandchildren. EW used to work full-time as a
57 year old lady presenting with left-sided weakness following a ruptured aneurysm causing a right intracranial haemorrhage whilst out jogging with her husband. Previously fit and well, enjoys contemporary, ballet
22-year-old male presenting with coordination difficulties impacting his walking, balance and daily tasks involving his right arm. The medulloblastoma was surgically removed with subsequent radio and chemotherapy treatments. At the
31-year-old male presenting with weakness and increased tone throughout the right side with a non-functional right upper limb. At the time of the incident, he had passed out of Naval
32 year old gentleman presenting with reduced mobility, balance and upper limb function after sustaining a Traumatic Brain Injury in 2012. Prior to injury, fit, sporty, studying at college. Initial
My placement at Hobbs was a unique opportunity to work in a cohesive MDT to achieve patients goals in the subacute part of their journey. Being able to discuss topics,
63 year old man who had a stroke in 2019 resulting in left sided weakness and impairment of speech. He was previously fit and well and enjoyed playing tennis and
Before the life-altering incident on the rugby field in February 2022, Matt’s world was one of boundless activity. A passionate sports enthusiast, he immersed himself in rugby, football, and golf.
Jane is a 56 year old woman who was diagnosed with Guillain Barre Syndrome and then had a Stroke 4 days later (acute right sided frontoparietal bleed) in November 2022.
Hobbs Bristol branch are actually a lovely bunch puts you first and not just say they will. They took my case on with little knowledge of Taylor spatial frames so
35 year old male presented to Hobbs Rehabilitation following a polytrauma from a road traffic accident. Injuries include right open tibia and fibula fractures, currently being managed long term in
32-year-old male presenting with upper and lower limb weakness, sensory changes and spasticity following a C7-8 incomplete spinal cord injury in February 2021. Previously fit and well, sporty, active and
I had a stroke in September 2018. Initially I had lost feeling in my left side totally, it’s been interesting to track my progress, you don’t recall how bad it
Fell from bike during the British Triathlon Championship race in August 2021, fracturing C1-3. Requiring resuscitation at the scene, managed acutely at Aberdeen hospital before being repatriated to Cardiff then
32-year-old male sustained a C5 SCI, ASIA C while taking a rugby tackle on 12th Feb 2022. He was treated in Southmead ICU, he did not require any surgical intervention.
33-year-old male, who sustained a grade 3 diffuse axonal injury from a falling tree and received CPR at the scene. He had an ITU stay and NHS inpatient rehabilitation before
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Paul was a keen cyclist and someone who loved to cook – the chef of the house. He was an active professional electrical engineer with no underlying health issues when
When I arrived I had no movement in my legs, we have worked and found much more movement and strength throughout my body. We’ve also worked on transfers and improved
Fantastically interesting, great fun – games kept me engaged and gave me hope for future improvement. I can stand and transfer easier with less equipment. I can see that I