Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is the treatment of a wide range of conditions and injuries to the body through the use of various forms of passive mobilisation, massage, electrotherapy and exercise.

Chartered Physiotherapists undergo four years of intensive training culminating in a degree in physiotherapy,  following which they may to choose to specialise in certain areas.

Further to this, our physiotherapists have undertaken post-graduate qualifications in manipulative or sports physiotherapy or biomechanics.

Manipulative therapy is used for joint injuries such as a sprained ankle or a painful back. The hands of the physiotherapist are used to mobilise (gently move) or manipulate (stronger movement) stiff or painful joints.

Muscle imbalance re-education an assessment of muscle imbalance is undertaken followed by a program of exercises specific to the patient aimed at full recovery and prevention of further injuries.

All parts of the body, including knees, back, neck, wrists and elbows can be treated in this way.

Sports physiotherapy

Whatever the sport and whether injuries be sprains , strains or bruising , a quicker and more thorough   recovery will be made if treated early.

Physiotherapy will speed up the rate of recovery by reducing swelling and preventing joint stiffness. 
Early treatment will also help minimise tissue damage and provide for a quicker return to active sport.

Training advice for sporting challenges. If you are going on a sporting holiday or preparing for a physically demanding activity, then consult a physiotherapist to help prepare you and reduce the risk of injury.

Back and neck injuries

 If you suffer from a neck or back injury as a result of any of the following :

• Whiplash
• Disc problems
• Poor posture 
• Bending
• Lifting
• Stress
• Headaches

then oe of our physiotherapists can provide a full assessment and provide appropriate treatment.

Spinal conditions in particular need to be treated promptly if long term disability and prolonged treatment are to   be prevented.

Postural low back pain can be the start of more significant back problems such as disc problems. Long hours at a computer with poor sitting posture can contribute to lower back pain.

Depending on diagnosis, treatment may be administered through a combination of :

• Mobilisation and manipulation techniques
• Electrotherapy
• Exercise
• Postural advice
• Core stablising exercises