What is Physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is about physical well being. As physiotherapists we treat people of all ages. Physiotherapists are trained to diagnose problems in the joints and tissues of the body and there is strong evidence for the effectiveness of many treatments for back pain using physiotherapy.
Physiotherapy treatments are used to enhance and speed up the natural healing process.

"Physiotherapy helps restore movement and function to as near normal as possible when someone is affected by injury, illness or by developmental or other disability."

"A physiotherapist can help you find the best way to use your body to maximise your strengths, eliminate bad habits and put minimal strain on weaker areas, to help you enjoy a more full and healthy life."
(Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)

Prompt and Individual Treatment

Early treatment can mean a quick recovery with less time off work, and individual attention helps to ensure an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Treatment

  • Detailed assessment, diagnosis and     individual treatment plans
  • A wealth of experience
  • Modern facilities & equipment
  • Wide range of treatment modalities:
    • Electrotherapy
    • Acupuncture
    • Manipulation/Mobilisation
  • Rehabilitation programmes
  • Individual exercise therapy
  • Full range of rehabilitation and orthopaedic products available.

Conditions

Spinal Problems necks and backs, mechanical disorders including disc protrusions/prolapses, sciatica and degeneration.

Back care prophylactic advice with information on anatomy, biomechanics, posture, manual handling and exercises.

Muscle Imbalance Problems recurrent spinal problems and sports injuries due to muscle imbalance can be corrected by specific exercises.

Post-operative care rehabilitation protocols following orthopaedic surgery.

Soft tissue Injuries—strained muscles, ligament sprains, tendonitis  and joint pain

Sports injuries acute and recurrent.  Sport specific rehabilitation programmes.

Occupational Injuries work related injuries, RSI and ergonomic assessments.

Physiotherapist with Occupational Health Certificate available for workplace visits

Patients may reclaim their fees subject to the terms of their personal insurance cover. The clinic is recognized by all major health insurance companies. Most require you to be referred by your GP. Please check your policy

email: physiotherapy@peacocks.net