Tuesday 7 July 2020

What is Physiotherapy? ProActivePhysio


Physiotherapy helps with joint pain , muscle pain or sudden injury, managing long term medical condition such as asthma, COPD and in preparing for childbirth or a sporting event.

Treats condition such as :
Neurological (stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's,Gullien barre syndrome)

musculoskeletal (back pain, sports injuries, arthritis)

Cardiovascular (chronic heart disease , rehabilitation after heart attack)

Respiratory (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis).


PT management :
A physiotherapist will assess your physical condition, educate you  on your pain and its related issues and then customise a rehabilitation program specifically suited for your condition.
It includes specific exercises, manual therapy to stretch stiff joints & muscles, and manipulation, mechanical devices such as traction, electrical modalities which include heat, cold, electricity, sound waves, radiation, assistive devices, prostheses, orthoses, and other interventions.
Developing fitness and wellness-oriented programs for healthier and more active lifestyles. It is to develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability throughout the lifespan. It can lead a healthy, fit and pain-free life.

Is there any side effects?
Physiotherapy is generally safe when practiced under the expert professionally qualified physical therapist.



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