Physiotherapy

MSK physiotherapy focuses on the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. These disorders include a wide range of issues affecting the muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons and nerves in the body.

Physiotherapy uses a combination of movement and exercise, education, advice and manual therapy tailored to your individual needs to promote, maintain and restore your physical health.

Physiotherapy is beneficial for those with acute pain/injury, chronic pain, pre- and post-operatively and for those seeking general advice on how to manage long-term conditions such as arthritis.

Benefits of physiotherapy include pain management, improved mobility, prevention of injuries / flare up of long-term conditions, reduce the need for surgery or medication and can enhance overall quality of life.

Various treatments that can be offered:

  • Tailored physical exercises designed to help individuals improve their strength, mobility, coordination and overall function in order to continue / get back to their daily activities.

  • A hands on approach that includes joint and soft-tissue mobilisations to try help reduce pain, improve movement and restore function.

  • Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment used commonly on tendinopathies to help reduce pain, as well as stimulate healing in tissues that are inflamed or injured.

  • Involves inserting fine needles into specific 'trigger points' of soft tissues. It can help improve muscle function, reduce muscle tension and provide pain relief.

  • A technique that involves appplying adhesive tape to the skin to support muscles and joints, reduce pain and provide stability. 2 common types used are Kinesiology (K-tape) and Zinc Oxide (rigid tape)

  • Key componenet of physiotherapy, empowering patients to understand their conditionin and actively
    participate in their recovery, and prevent future injuries or flare ups. Advice may be based around activity modification, pain management stratergies, injury prevention, lifestyle and wellness advice, setting goals and expectations.