Physiotherapy

What is physiotherapy?

How can physiotherapy help me?

Finding a physiotherapist near you!

  What is Physiotherapy?  

Physiotherapy is the physical treatment of the body, using hands-on (manual therapy) or by use of electrotherapy.

* The reduction and control of pain and inflammation
* The restoration of movement in joints, muscles and neural system
* Identification and management of the causes of the problem in order to reduce the risk of further exacerbation or injury

Ultimately it is a holistic approach, taking the whole musculoskeletal system and the needs of the individual into account.

  How can physiotherapy help me?  

Physiotherapy is concerned with identifying and maximizing quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, treatment/intervention, habilitation and rehabilitation. This encompasses physical, psychological, emotional, and social well being. It involves the interaction betwee nphysiotherapists (physio), patients/clients, other health professionals, families, care givers, and communities in a process where movement potential is assessed and goals are agreed upon, using knowledge and skills unique to physiotherapy Physical therapy is performed by a physiotherapist.

Below are some of the most common complaints physiotherapy is used to treat.

Spinal problems of a mechanical nature
Back pain, slipped discs, sciatica, headache, postural weakness and fatigue

Upper Limb Problems
Shoulder pain, tennis elbow, RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury)

Lower Limb Problems
Hip, knee, ankle, and foot (e.g. muscle strains, ligament sprains, swollen joints, gait problems and fallen arches

Sporting Injuries
Pulled, torn, strained or sprained muscles, tendons and ligaments - joint injuries and overuse injuries

Rheumatologic Conditions
Osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia

Rehabilitation for Neurological Conditions
Post Stroke. MS

  Find a physiotherapist near you!  

Being more than your average physiotherapy practice, our group of physiotherapy clinics ensure that you don't have to look to far to find a clinic most convenient to you.

Physiotherapy Redbridge

Physiotherapy Dagenham

Physiotherapy Regent Street W1

Physiotherapy Woolwich SE18

Physiotherapy Hounslow TW3