Physiotherapy aims to restore normal movement and function following physical injury or ill health. It can help a wide range of conditions, from day to day aches and pains such as back or neck pain, sports injuries, work based and postural problems or rehabilitation following an accident or surgery. Physiotherapy may also help prevent injuries. Potential causes of injuries can be identified then a course of action taken to help limit the chances of occurrence. Everyone serious about their sport should see a physiotherapist in order to ensure risk factors are identified.
How does Physiotherapy work?
After undertaking a full assessment your physiotherapist will identify the problems that have caused your injury and offer a detailed explanation. A plan will then be made detailing how those problems may be solved.
Different treatments will be used depending upon the nature of your injury, consisting of manual therapy such as manipulation or adjustment, soft tissue techniques, corrective exercises including stretches, strengthening, stability work, and postural correction.
What can Physiotherapy treat?
Physiotherapy is a diverse practice, and is suitable for all manner of injuries. There remains a misconception that you would only see a physiotherapist for a muscle problem.
As well as the full spectrum of back and neck problems, physiotherapy is appropriate for any joint, ligament, tendon or muscle strain in any part of the body.
