PHYSIOTHERAPY
A physiotherapist works with patients to help them manage pain, balance and mobility,
Most people at some point in their lifetime will work with a physiotherapist. You may have been referred to one after a car accident, after surgery, or to address low back pain. They work with patients with all types of conditions or limitations.
What to expect from your physiotherapist
A physiotherapist works with patients to develop customized programs designed to restore as much ability and movement as possible. They are trained to help patients at all stages of life, from infant to old age,whose function and movement are impacted by:
- Disease
- Health conditions
- Injury
- Environmental factors
- Age
- Disorders
- Weight
Physiotherapists achieve this by using a variety of methods including:
- Have the patient do certain exercises
- Soft tissue therapy
- Use muscle stimulation devices
- Manipulate joints
- Teach certain lifestyle activities like walking, posture, etc.
- Stretching muscles
A physiotherapist takes a holistic, whole-body, approach, addressing not only the physical aspects of your well-being, but also your emotional, psychological and social well-being. They work at all stages of healthcare, including prevention, education, intervention, rehabilitation, and treatment.
The goal of a physiotherapist is to improve your quality of life.