Physiotherapy in mitochondrial disease: Lily Zoom … - The Lily Foundation
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Physiotherapy in mitochondrial disease: Lily Zoom Room

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17 June 2025

Explore the main physical symptoms of mitochondrial disease in our second Lily Foundation webinar. Split into two sessions – one for adults and one for children under 16 – this session examines the physical challenges of living with the condition and provides tailored guidance, insights and practical support for patients and families.

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Physiotherapy in mitochondrial disease for adults with Sarah Holmes

A session aimed at adults with mitochondrial disease, hosted by Sarah Holmes, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in Neuromuscular Diseases at UCLH Centre for Neuromuscular Disease, focuses on exercise, pacing and equipment, and shares some top tips, suggestions and ideas for consideration to help mitochondrial disease patients manage their symptoms.

Suitable for adults aged 16 and over with mitochondrial disease. The session may also be helpful for parents and caregivers of mito patients.

Physiotherapy in mitochondrial disease for paediatrics with Francesca Henderson

Hosted by Francesca Henderson, Paediatric Neuromuscular and Mitochondrial Physiotherapist at Oxford Children’s Hospital, this session focuses on exercise, pacing and equipment, and shares some top tips, suggestions and ideas for consideration to help with symptom management.

Suitable for parents and caregivers of a young patient with mitochondrial disease. Depending on the individual circumstances, families with older children may also benefit from this session.

Watch our third Zoom Room – Staying well with mitochondrial disease

Need someone to talk to?

We provide a free counselling service for patients affected by mitochondrial disease in conjunction with Rareminds. Find out more.