Physiotherapy

What is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a health care profession directed at evaluating, restoring and maintaining physical function. It is a distinct form of care which can be performed both in isolation or in conjunction with other types of medical management.

Physiotherapy can be useful in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of injuries, disease processes, and other conditions.

How can Physiotherapy Help Me?

Physiotherapy can help individuals by:

-Identifying the problem area and treating this directly.

Physiotherapists treat a wide variety of injuries and problems using many different techniques. In many cases, the causes of pain and dysfunction are obvious, but sometimes things are not so black and white, especially when symptoms are inconsistent or difficult to describe. Physiotherapists can perform a wide range of tests to help locate the source of the problem and implement the appropriate treatment strategy.

- Identifying the Causes and Predisposing Factors.

Physiotherapists are not only interested in the problem, but factors which contribute to the problem. Identifying factors such as poor posture, improper techniques, muscle imbalances, poor work practices, or other bad habits allow interventions to be made to correct these factors. This will reduce the risk of the same thing happening again in the future.

- Determine Solutions:

Our physiotherapists employ a wide array of treatment techniques and approaches to help you move better or reduce the pain you may be experiencing. These include amongst others:

• Manual (‘Hands On’) Therapy
• Exercise Therapy
• Physical/Electro-Therapeutic Agents (e.g. ultrasound, electric current, laser, heat, ice, paraffin wax etc)
• Ergonomic Education/Advice
• Taping Techniques
• Medical Acupuncture
• Education On Your Condition
• Custom Orthotics
• IMS (Intra Muscular Stimulation)
• Osteopathy

Pre and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Following orthopaedic surgery, you will likely require focused physiotherapy and rehabilitation in order to regain your mobility, strength and optimize your physical function. Your physiotherapist will be sure to work in conjunction with the goals of your surgeon/medical team and communicate with them as required in order to ensure a team approach and optimal results.

We also suggest that you consult one of our physiotherapists prior to your surgery in order to receive exercises that will maxmize your pre-operation strength and flexibility which will help with a more speedy recovery.

As with all of our services, if you want more detailed information, email us at info@physioactive.ca or contact your chosen Physiotherapist directly.