Physiotherapy
Manual therapy:
This umbrella term refers to treatment that may involve joint mobilisations, manipulation, soft-tissue mobilisation, massage or any other 'hands-on' treatment. It is commonly used to loosen stiff joints, release scar tissue, treat soft-tissues and as recovery from sports participation.
Kinesiology tape:
A particular type of stretchy (and sometimes colourful) tape that can, with the correct application, aid lymphatic drainage following an injury or surgery, reduce pain, support joints and encourage postural awareness.
Ultrasound therapy:
A painless, therapeutic type of electrotherapy using sound waves to stimulate soft-tissue repair, speed up the inflammatory process and
breakdown scar tissue. It is often used to aid the recovery of ligament injury.
Sports rehabilitation:
Sports rehabilitation involves specific treatment and exercises that return the individual to their chosen sport as quickly as possible. A thorough assessment involves an understanding of the movements and forces involved in the sport. Continued monitoring of the rehabilitation process ensures that a return to sport is made at the right time and does not risk further damage. It may also lead to more longevity in your sporting participation.
Exercise prescription:
A key area of physiotherapy is the use of exercises specifically prescribed for your condition. There are various reasons for giving people exercises, such as to improve mobility, correct a
poor posture or movement pattern which is causing pain, strengthening or stretching of particular muscle groups, or for reducing stiffness in joints.
Post-operative recovery:
After surgery, many people struggle with issues such as weak muscles, poor mobility, fatigue and joint stiffness. Physiotherapy can help to alleviate these issues and, where possible, aid the return to normal function.
