Orthopedic Physiotherapy

What is Orthopedic Physiotherapy?

Orthopedic physiotherapy focuses on diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating conditions related to the bones, muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments. It plays a crucial role in improving physical function, relieving pain, and preventing future injuries. This form of physiotherapy is particularly beneficial for individuals recovering from surgery, sports injuries, or fractures, as well as those suffering from chronic conditions like arthritis.

Sever pains are associated wiht an injury that occurs to the bones, joints, ligaments, or muscles, and makes mobility difficult hindering daily task functions. With a experianced qualitifed Orthopaedic Physiotherapist, success rate for healing becomes much higher as they provide a tailor made treatment programs with exercises that can be done at home to help increase strength and range of motion, getting you on the road to a successful recovery.

Common Orthopedic Conditions Treated

Our experienced physiotherapists provide treatment for a variety of orthopedic conditions, including:

•  Back and Neck Pain: Managing pain caused by poor posture, disc issues, or muscular strain.
•  Joint Pain (Shoulder, Knee, Hip, etc.): Alleviating joint pain through targeted exercises and manual therapy.
•  Sports Injuries: Rehabilitation of ligament tears, sprains, muscle strains, and other sports-related injuries.
•  Post-Fracture Rehabilitation: Restoring strength, flexibility, and mobility after a bone fracture.
•  Arthritis: Managing pain and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis through personalized exercises and joint care strategies.
•  Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Assisting patients in their recovery after surgeries such as knee replacement, rotator cuff repair, and ACL reconstruction.
•  Tendinitis and Bursitis: Reducing inflammation and pain in affected tendons and bursae.
•  Frozen Shoulder: Improving shoulder mobility and relieving stiffness through specialized mobilization techniques.
•  Sciatica: Relieving sciatic nerve pain and improving spinal health with targeted exercises and manual therapy.

Benefits of Orthopedic Physiotherapy

Orthopedic physiotherapy offers numerous benefits, including:

•  Pain Relief: Targeted therapy to reduce pain in affected areas.
•  Improved Mobility and Flexibility: Restoring normal movement patterns.
•  Enhanced Strength: Strengthening muscles to support joints and reduce the risk of reinjury.
•  Faster Recovery: Speeding up the recovery process post-injury or post-surgery.
•  Prevention of Recurrence: Reducing the likelihood of recurring injuries or chronic pain.

How Orthopedic Physiotherapy Works

Orthopedic physiotherapy involves a combination of:

•  Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques such as joint mobilization and soft tissue massage to relieve pain and improve mobility.
•  Therapeutic Exercises: Personalized exercise programs designed to strengthen muscles, enhance flexibility, and restore joint function.
•  Electrotherapy: Use of modalities like ultrasound and TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) to reduce inflammation and promote healing.
•  Posture and Ergonomic Advice: Educating patients on proper posture and ergonomics to prevent further strain on joints and muscles.
•  Gait Training: Helping patients regain proper walking patterns after surgery or injury.