what you should know

What is physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is an allied health profession which focuses on the rehabilitation and management of a range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. Common musculoskeletal conditions treated by physiotherapists include back pain, neck pain, repetitive strain injuries, work related injuries and sports injuries. Common neurological conditions treated by physiotherapists include brain injury, spinal cord injury and multiple sclerosis. Physiotherapy does not just focus on injury treatment, but also in injury prevention to help prevent future episodes. Common methods used by physiotherapists include advice, exercise, manual therapy, electrotherapy, massage and acupuncture.

What will my treatment involve?

If it is your first appointment, your session will start with an initial assessment, where you can discuss with our physiotherapist your condition and they will suggest the appropriate treatment plan and begin treatment. Depending on your condition, treatment may involve some exercise, massage or acupuncture. Our physiotherapist will advise you how many further treatments they recommend.