Physiotherapy helps people regain mobility after an injury, and improves their overall quality of life. It also prevents further injury and recurrent conditions. It involves using a wide range of physical techniques and modalities like manual therapy, massage, soft tissue manipulation, electrical stimulation, exercise and dry needling to treat a number of injuries or conditions.
It addresses common diseases and injuries that affect bones, muscles, nerves and joints. Conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, hip replacements and neck pain can be treated with physiotherapy. It is also effective in managing and preventing other diseases such as osteoporosis, diabetes and heart disease.
Reduces/Eliminates Pain
Physiotherapists are trained to assess and diagnose your condition by combining history-taking, specific physical tests and measures, and clinical reasoning. They then develop a plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Athletes and physically active patients often seek physiotherapy to enhance their performance and prevent injuries. It can also help people manage pain and learn strategies for general wellness and aging well.
Physiotherapy is known to benefit many different populations, including pregnant women, children with special needs, and older adults. For example, physiotherapy can assist with a variety of cardiopulmonary conditions and surgical procedures by increasing muscle strength, endurance, balance, and coordination. It can also increase confidence in patients with mobility issues, and aid the recovery of wounds by promoting blood circulation and reducing pain. It can even help patients who have experienced a major health crisis, such as a heart attack or stroke, to reclaim their previous level of function and independence.