The list of conditions treated by physiotherapists is exhaustive, but examples of typical conditions regularly treated by musculoskeletal physiotherapists are as follows:
Arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis);
Sports injuries;
Joint injuries;
Injuries to muscles and tendons, including repetitive strain injuries;
You can seek advice from a physiotherapist on things such as:
Seating positions;
Posture;
Lifting and handling;
Mobility aids, such as sticks, crutches and wheelchairs;
General advice on suitable exercise according to your age and ability;
How to lose weight and exercise safely.
Many different techniques are used to help patients, and this will depend on what your problem is and on the decision of the Physiotherapist. Physiotherapists often treat patients using their hands, using manipulative skills, mobilisation techniques or massage. Various forms of electrotherapy are used, such as ultrasound or TENS. Many conditions require an exercise programme to be followed as part of the treatment and it is important that you follow the advice given in order to get the best outcome from your physiotherapy.
A Physiotherapist will never perform a treatment that you are unhappy with and should always explain exactly what is happening and what to expect at every stage.
You can seek advice from a physiotherapist on things such as:
Many different techniques are used to help patients, and this will depend on what your problem is and on the decision of the Physiotherapist. Physiotherapists often treat patients using their hands, using manipulative skills, mobilisation techniques or massage. Various forms of electrotherapy are used, such as ultrasound or TENS. Many conditions require an exercise programme to be followed as part of the treatment and it is important that you follow the advice given in order to get the best outcome from your physiotherapy.