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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.

 

Physiomatters Regent Street Clinic
162-168 Regent Street
London, W1B 5TG
Tel: 020 8550 9722

Physiomatters Woolwich Clinic
Room 24, 9 Gunnery Terrace
Royal Arsenal, Woolwich
London, SE18 6SW
Tel: 020 8550 9722

Physiomatters Dagenham Clinic
The Dagenham Clinic
535 Rainham Road South
Dagenham, Essex RM10 7TA
Tel: 020 8595 9111

Physiomatters Redbridge Clinic
The Redbridge Clinic
119 Eastern Avenue
Redbridge, Essex IG4 5AN
Tel: 020 8550 9722

Physiomatters Hounslow Clinic
Cranshaw House
2nd Floor, Room 2.11
8 Douglas Road
Harrow
TW3 1DA
Tel: 020 8550 9722

Physiomatters Harrow Clinic
The Harrow Clinic
Gold's Gym
Sheepcoat Road
Harrow
HA1 2JN
Tel: 020 8550 9722

Physiomatters Croydon Clinic
The Croydon Clinic
Davis House
High Street
Croydon
CR0 1QE
Tel: 020 8550 9722

Physiomatters Hanwell Clinic
The Hanwell Clinic
55-62 Uxbridge Road
Hanwell
W7 3TB
Tel: 020 8550 9722

 

 

  Why Choose Physiomatters  

We aim to help patients return to an active life while maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice.
Call the Physiomatters clinic closest to you to book an appointment or use our contact form for your enquiries.