| Physiotherapy is a health care profession directed at evaluating, restoring and maintaining physical function. This is achieved through education, prevention, and treatment of the injury or disease. The objective of Physiotherapy is to identify and treat the source of the problem. |
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| PHYSTIOTHERAPY TREATMENTS OFFERED AT THE ADELAIDE HEALTH CLINIC CAN INCLUDE: |
| MANUAL THERAPY |
Specialized soft tissue release techniques, mobilizations, and myofascial work |
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| PATIENT EDUCATION |
Analysis and corrective advice is given regarding potential causes and management strategies. This includes lifestyle advice, specific exercise prescription, postural correction, and braces if indicated |
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| EXERCISE THERAPY |
Focusing on in-clinic and independent exercises to promote proper alignment and stability, as well as improved resistance to further injuries or re-occurrence |
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| MODALITIES |
Ultrasound, Interferential current, Muscle stimulation, heat and ice, and taping techniques for inflammation and pain control |
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| TAPING KINESIOTAPING |
This method utilizes an elastic form of tape that gives support and stability to joints and muscles. It is also used for increasing lymphatic drainage, reducing edema, facilitating muscular contraction and pain management |
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| ENDURA TAPE |
Rigid, highly adhesive tape designed to support joints under maximum stress. |
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COMMON CONDITIONS SUCCESSFULLY TREATED BY PHYSIOTHERAPY ARE:
• Pain, swelling, and discomfort
• Stiffness and decreased mobility
• Acute or chronic neck, upper and lower back pain
• Sprains and strains
• Post fractures
• Severe contusions
• Tendonitis, bursitis, capsulitis
• Repetitive strain injuries such as carpal tunnel, tennis/golfers elbow
• Headaches
• Sports injuries
• Arthritis
NOTE: Please check with your private insurance plan; many private plans cover Physiotherapy. |
