A Holistic Approach

Physiotherapy works to improve your mobility and health by reducing pain and the risk of injury. In many cases, an injury is caused by different factors working together. For example, persistent back pain may be triggered by a combination of poor posture, being overweight, repetitive work-related activities and incorrect technique when playing sport. Physiotherapy aims to treat the back pain, but also to address the factors which contribute to the cause. This approach aims to reduce the risk of the injury happening again. Contrary to popular belief, physiotherapists aren't limited to the rehabilitation of sports injuries and back pain. Physiotherapists can also work with ergonomic assessments and workplace safety ensuring your working posture does not cause you problems in the future.

A Range of Therapies

Physiotherapists draw upon a wide range of therapies, tailored to suit your individual needs. Some of these therapies include:

• Manual therapies - such as massage, stretching, manual resistance training, joint mobilisation and manipulation , including spinal mobilisation.
• Electrotherapy techniques - such as ultrasound, Interferential, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS).
• Exercise programs - such as Clinical Pilates, posture retraining, muscle strengthening, cardiovascular training and stretching.
• Other services - taping and splinting, correcting flawed sporting techniques, orthotic fitting, providing or offering information on equipment aids such as wheelchairs, walking frames and appropriate sporting shoes.