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When we think about physical disabilities, our minds often immediately picture mobility aids like wheelchairs, crutches, or walking sticks. However, a vast spectrum of physical conditions remains hidden beneath the surface. From chronic fatigue and neurological disorders to persistent pain and cognitive processing challenges, millions of people live with conditions that are entirely invisible to the casual observer.

Caring for someone with a long-term neurological condition is an act of profound dedication, love, and resilience. Whether supporting a partner with Multiple Sclerosis, a parent with Parkinson’s, or a friend navigating life-changing health challenges, millions of unpaid carers across the UK form the invisible backbone of our healthcare and social support systems.

We are absolutely thrilled to share some fantastic news across our community: The MS Therapy Centre North West (Manchester) has officially joined the Neuro Therapy Network!

For anyone living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) or other long-term neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, finding accessible, specialised physical therapy is essential to maintaining independence and quality of life.

Every year on October 2 (symbolically chosen for O_2), health advocates, patients, and medical professionals around the globe pause to recognise World Oxygen Day. It’s a day dedicated to highlighting the fundamental element that powers human life and bringing attention to therapeutic oxygen innovations that transform lives every day.

Centres from the Neuro Therapy Network are often featured in MS-UK’s New Pathways magazine. The Centre in the “Spotlight” in the latest edition is the Neuro Therapy Centre in Chester..

On Wednesday 16 September, a group of the NTN Trustees got together for a tour of two of the Centres, a strategic meeting, and to attend the Nimble Conference.

Last week, our Vice-Chair, Caz Blake-Symes, was having a family holiday in Cornwall. Before going, she had arranged a visit to the Merlin Centre with Sarah Snell, the Centre’s Manager. Here is Caz’s account of her time spent at the Centre.

The school uniforms are ironed, and the summer holidays are officially coming to an end soon. If you are a parent or grandparent who has spent the last few weeks juggling childcare, family activities, and keeping everyone entertained, you are likely feeling one main thing right now: exhausted.

We thought this webinar might be of interest to many of our Centre users. Overcoming MS and the MS Society are coming together to host a practical webinar on how mindfulness and meditation can support wellbeing when living with MS, with simple techniques you can bring into everyday life.

We are delighted to be Finalists in the Nimble E-Learning Awards for 2026. Our Oxygen Therapy training course is unique to the Neuro Therapy Network and sets industry-leading standards for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. We are finalists in the Charity Champions category.

When you live with Fibromyalgia, the advice to "get moving" can feel like a bitter contradiction. How are you supposed to exercise when every muscle aches, fatigue weighs down your limbs, and a flare-up seems to lurk around every corner?

Our latest Centre in the MS-UK's " Spotlight " feature in their New Pathways Magazine is our South Yorkshire Centre MS Therapy Centre based in Rotherham.

Water companies issue Temporary Use Bans (TUBs)—commonly known as hosepipe bans—it’s easy to feel the squeeze on how you care for your garden or outdoor spaces.

We all hear standard health advice about sipping eight glasses of water a day. But when you’re navigating life with a neurological condition—such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s, Epilepsy, Stroke recovery, or Neuropathy—staying hydrated moves from general wellness advice to a critical everyday tool for symptom management.

We are delighted to welcome Josh Mason to our team as our new Centre Support Administrator.

We have some incredibly exciting news to share! The annual Nimble Awards are returning in September 2026, and our very own Neuro Therapy Network (NTN) has been officially shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Charity Champions category.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Mark Suddes as the new Chair of the Neuro Therapy Network (NTN), alongside Caz Blake-Symes, who has been appointed Vice Chair.

July marks the return of Disability Pride Month, an annual global celebration that gives the disability community a dedicated space to take pride in their identities, share their achievements, and challenge outdated societal misconceptions.

We are looking for a great communicator to join our team as a Centre Support Administrator.

If you thought preparing for a World Cup just meant standard drill cones, a few tactical whiteboard sessions, and an intensive training camp, think again. As Thomas Tuchel’s England squad readies itself for the gruelling North American summer, sports science has been dialled up to an entirely new level.

We are delighted that the latest Centre to be featured in the MS-UK’s Pathways Magazine “Spotlight” is the Merlin Centre, based in Saint Austell, Cornwall.

Every year, a vital campaign takes place across the UK to recognise, celebrate, and support a group of people whose contributions are immeasurable, yet all too often invisible: our unpaid carers. This year, Carers Week is from 8-14 June. Carers Week is an annual awareness campaign that shines a spotlight on the millions of individuals who look after a family member, partner, or friend who has a physical or mental illness, disability, or needs extra help as they grow older. Th

As we celebrate Volunteers Week from 1-7 June, we recognise all the thousands of Volunteers who help across our 47 Centres. These volunteers play a vital role in running these Centres, as each one is an individual self-funding charity. None of these charities receives any statutory funding. The volunteers are literally the lifeblood of each Centre.

Every year from 1 June to 7 June, the UK comes together for Volunteers’ Week, a dedicated time to say a massive "thank you" to the millions of people who give up their time to support causes close to their hearts. It is a celebration of selflessness, compassion, and community spirit.

An unexpected diagnosis can make the world feel like it has suddenly shifted beneath your feet. For those recently diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), the initial days, weeks, and months are often filled with a whirlwind of emotions: confusion, fear, uncertainty, and an endless stream of questions about what the future holds.

For many individuals living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and other neurological conditions, hot weather and increased body temperature can significantly worsen symptoms. This phenomenon, often referred to as Uhthoff's phenomenon or heat sensitivity, is a common challenge, affecting between 60% and 80% of people with MS. While the effects are temporary and do not cause permanent damage, they can be highly disruptive to daily life. Understanding why heat impacts MS and implemen

This year, Mental Health Awareness Week takes place between 11 and 17 May. While this is a time for everyone to reflect on their well-being, the conversation often takes on a much deeper meaning for those living with neurological conditions.

Every year in May, the UK comes together to mark Stroke Awareness Month. It is a time to shine a light on a condition that changes a life every five minutes in the UK. Whether you are a survivor, a carer, or someone looking to understand the risks, this month is about two things: Awareness and Action.

NTN was delighted to be one of the charities supporting MS Awareness Week.

We would like to wish all 12 runners that are running for NTN and 8 of our Centres. Good luck for Sunday 26 April.

Kent Neuro Therapy Centre officially re-launched on Thursday, 29 January 2026, marking a major step forward in widening access to expert care and therapies for people living with neurological and long-term conditions across Kent.

For pilots, cabin crew, and frequent flyers, the aircraft cockpit or cabin is often a second home. Yet for a growing number of people, that environment has become associated with a debilitating condition commonly referred to as Aerotoxic Syndrome.

Next week, MS Awareness Week begins. And we’re challenging the people around you to change their perceptions of MS. 8 charities, 7 days, 1 mission. Think you know MS? #MSThinkAgain.

Our amazing runners are ready to hit the streets of London for this year's London Marathon, running to support Neuro Therapy Network.

We are delighted to welcome Daniel as our new Marketing and Communications Manager.

We are delighted to share our latest feature in MS-UK’s New Pathways magazine. Over the past few aditions MS-UKhave produced an article on one of our 46 Centres. The April edition focuses on the Suffolk Oxygen Therapy Centre.

We want to hear your experiences of assumptions and judgements to shape our campaign. We’ve created a short survey that shouldn’t take longer than 5-10 minutes to complete.