Physiotherapy is the treatment of pain or injury
in any part of the body utilising a variety of
techniques. These may include "hands
on" treatments, acupuncture, electrotherapy and
exercises. It also examines the possible causes
of the problem and ways of managing it or
preventing it from reoccurring in the future.
Your initial appointment is for one hour which includes a comprehensive
assessment and initial treatment of your condition.
Initially you will be asked a variety of questions regarding your
symptoms. For example, when and how they started and what makes them
better or worse. You will also be asked about your work, lifestyle and
general health.
The physiotherapist
will then examine you. This may include areas that are not painful but
may be contributing to the problem. It is therefore a good idea to bring
some clothes that allow you to be examined and treated easily.
We will then discuss your diagnosis and the best way to treat it.
If the problem is not appropriate for physiotherapy or if further
investigations are necessary then we will advise you accordingly and
refer you on as appropriate. |
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