What does a physiotherapist do?
Physiotherapists
are highly trained in the analysis of posture, movement and function. Detailed
assessment of each patient enables the physiotherapist to create a treatment programme tailor made to each individual’s
needs.
How can we help?
Research has shown that physiotherapy can:
- Decrease pain.
- Reduce muscle stiffness.
- Reduce the number
of tender points.
- Decrease muscle fatigue.
- Increase strength.
- Increase mobility.
What treatment can we provide?
- Treatment and advice to help decrease pain and inflammation.
- Soft tissue massage.
- Relaxation techniques.
- Range of movement
exercises.
- Stretching and strengthening
exercises.
- Hydrotherapy.
- Acupuncture.
- Electrotherapy.
- Life style/self management
advice.
- Posture correction
and advice.
Useful websites
http://www.ukfibromyalgia.com/
http://www.fibromyalgia-associationuk.org/