Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is a valuable and highly effective form of healthcare that offers a wide range of benefits for people of all ages. Whether you're dealing with pain, recovering from an injury, or looking to improve your overall physical health, physical therapy can play a pivotal role in your well-being.

At its core, physical therapy aims to achieve several key goals. First and foremost, it's a means to eliminate pain. Whether you're living with chronic discomfort or have recently experienced acute pain, physical therapy techniques can help alleviate your suffering.

Additionally, physical therapy provides an opportunity to explore alternatives to surgery. By addressing underlying issues and promoting healing, it can help you avoid invasive procedures when possible. Physical therapy is also an essential part of the healing process after injury or surgery. It aids in regaining function, rebuilding strength, and facilitating a faster and more complete recovery.

Improving mobility and balance are other critical objectives of physical therapy. If you're struggling with mobility issues due to injury, medical conditions, or age-related concerns, physical therapy can help you regain your independence and freedom of movement. Balance training is particularly valuable for fall prevention, enhancing overall safety and quality of life.

Physical therapy may involve a combination of advanced techniques such as manual therapy, joint mobilisation, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, postural training, and more. These methods are tailored to address your unique needs, whether you're recovering from surgery, seeking relief from musculoskeletal issues, or working to improve your overall physical fitness.

As part of your treatment we will also prescribe therapeutic exercises and home exercise programs to ensure your progress continues beyond your in-office sessions. These exercises are designed to strengthen your body, enhance flexibility, and improve mobility.

Physical therapy is a comprehensive and patient-centred approach to healthcare. It offers the tools and expertise to help you on your path to pain relief, injury recovery, and better overall health. With a focus on your well-being and personalised treatment plans, physical therapy is a powerful resource for anyone seeking to live a healthier, more active life.

 

Physical therapy is a safe and highly effective treatment to help:

•  eliminate pain
•  avoid surgery
•  heal injuries (sports injuries and acute or chronic injuries)
•  promote healing after injury or post-surgery
•  improve mobility
•  improve balance
•  manage medical conditions

 

Physical therapy may include

•  Advanced Manual Therapy Techniques
•  Joint Mobilisation
•  Trigger Point Therapy
•  Myofascial Release
•  Muscle Energy Techniques
•  Dry Needling
•  Postural Training
•  Balance Training
•  Strengthening, Flexibility and Mobility Training
•  Post-Operative Rehabilitation
•  IAST – Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation
•  Therapeutic Exercises / Home Exercise Programs
•  Sports taping/strapping