Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy, also known as physical therapy, is a healthcare profession focused on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment

Key Areas

Musculoskeletal, Cardiorespiratory, Pediatric, Geriatric

Importance in Healthcare

Physiotherapy, also known as physical therapy, is a healthcare profession focused on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of physical impairments, disabilities, and pain through various therapeutic techniques. Physiotherapists, or physical therapists, play a crucial role in helping patients recover mobility, manage pain, and improve their overall physical function and quality of life.

• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy:
  • Treatment of injuries and conditions affecting muscles, bones, and joints
  • Techniques include manual therapy, exercise prescription, and modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation
• Neurological Physiotherapy:
  • Management of conditions affecting the nervous system, such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, and multiple sclerosis
  • Focus on improving movement, balance, coordination, and function
• Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy:
  • Treatment of conditions affecting the heart and lungs, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cardiac rehabilitation
  • Techniques include breathing exercises, chest physiotherapy, and endurance training
• Pediatric Physiotherapy:
  • Specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents with developmental, neurological, or musculoskeletal conditions
  • Focus on improving motor skills, strength, and coordination

• Geriatric Physiotherapy:
  • Care for elderly patients, addressing age-related issues such as arthritis, osteoporosis, and balance disorders
  • Focus on maintaining mobility, independence, and quality of life
• Sports Physiotherapy:
  • Management and prevention of sports-related injuries
  • Techniques include injury assessment, rehabilitation, performance enhancement, and injury prevention strategies
• Orthopedic Physiotherapy:
  • Treatment of postoperative orthopedic conditions, fractures, and acute injuries
  • Techniques include manual therapy, strengthening exercises, and mobility training
• Women’s Health Physiotherapy:
  • Focus on conditions related to women’s health, such as pregnancy-related issues, pelvic floor dysfunction, and incontinence
  • Techniques include pelvic floor exercises, manual therapy, and education