Our physiotherapist will not only treat your injury or problem but will work with you to find the best way to minimise the impact of the problem, prevent it from returning and allow you to get on with the lifestyle you enjoy.
Physiotherapists use a variety of treatment techniques including; joint mobilisations, massage, exercise programmes and acupuncture. Your physiotherapist will also provide education and guideance about your condition, giving you the confidence to get back to your normal activities quickly.
No! Many people only visit a physiotherapist once they have an injury that is affecting their performance.
Physiotherapists can also help you to avoid injury. Your physiotherapist will examine your movement patterns, biomechanics and muscle balance and work with you to enhance your sporting performance, enabling you to train harder, recover faster and beat the competition.
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Physiotherapy can help with a large range of conditions. Chartered Physiotherapists will commonly treat conditions such as:
Back problems - prolapsed discs, back pain, degeneration and sciatica
Neck problems - neck pain, whiplash
Joint problems - arthritis, injuries, pain, swelling and stiffness in joints
Injuries - to muscles, ligaments and tendons, including sports injuries
Work related - such as repetative strain injuries, carpel tunnel syndrome
Rehabilitation following surgery - for cruciate ligament repairs, joint replacements etc
Fractures - Treatment to gain full function and return to activity
Children's therapy - Problems commonly exerienced by the young athlete such as 'growing pains' and knee pain. Other childhood coditions including postural and walking problems
Chest conditions - Increasing how much exercise and activity you can do with chronic chest conditions such as COPD, bronchitis and emphysema
Neurological conditions - rehabilitation following strokes, head injuries and nerve injuries as well as onging management of long-term conditins.
Your physiotherapist will start by taking a detailed history of your condition and any relevant past medical history. They will then carry out a physical examination to determine the clinical diagnosis. Your physiotherapist will discuss treatment options and work with you to develop a treatment plan that best meets your needs.
The initial appointment will last approximately 1 hour and follow up sessions last approximately 45 minutes. Your physiotherapist will give you an estimate of the number of treatments required and will give you the opportunity to ask questions about your condition and treatment.