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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.

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/