Physical therapy is a branch of rehabilitative medicine aimed at helping patients maintain, recover and/or improve their physical ability. We work with patients, both young and old, whose movements may be compromised by ageing, disease, environmental factors, or sporting hazards.
(According to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, UK, the use of training and skills to treat a wide range of physical problems linked to different systems in the body), including:
- Neuromuscular systems – concerned with both nerves and muscles. Nerves include the brain, spine and nerves throughout the body. Neuromuscular refers to the neuromuscular junction – where nerves and muscle fibres meet – and also includes neuromuscular transmission – the transfer of information, impulses, from the nerve to the muscle.
- Musculoskeletal system – an organ system that gives people the ability to move using their muscles and bones (muscular and skeletal systems). The musculoskeletal system gives them form, movement and stability. The musculoskeletal system includes bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints, and other connective tissue.
- The cardiovascular system includes the heart and the circulatory system. The circulatory system carries nutrients and oxygen via blood vessels to the tissues of the body and removes waste and carbon dioxide from them.
- Respiratory systems include organs that are involved in breathing, such as the lungs, bronchi, trachea, larynx, throat, and nose.
Additionally, Therapyroom1 sports and physical rehabilitation therapists are preferred over physiotherapists because we have found that they perform hands-on treatments better:
Orthopaedic physical therapy
Musculoskeletal system injuries and disorders, including rehabilitation for post-orthopaedic surgery patients:
- Post-operative joints
- Arthritis
- Diseases or injuries affecting muscles, bones, ligaments or tendons
- Amputations
Geriatric physical therapy:
- Arthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Cancer
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Joint replacement
- Balance problems
- Incontinence
The main goals are to get the patient mobile again, manage pain, and optimise fitness levels, among others.
Neurological physical therapy
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Cerebral palsy
- Multiple sclerosis
- Paralysis
- Parkinson’s disease
- Poor balance
- Spinal cord injury
- Stroke
- Vision impairment
- Walking difficulties
Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation physical therapy
- Patients recovering from a heart attack
- Those recovering from bypass surgery
- Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Cystic fibrosis,
(Patients with pulmonary problems may need manual therapy to get fluid build-up out of the lungs).
Pediatric physical therapy
Therapy room 1 also treats children with various diseases and disorders.
- Spina bifida
- Cerebral palsy
Additionally, our physiotherapists (also sports therapists) use:
- ultrasound
- hot packs
- cold compresses
- electrical stimulation (TENS)
- inferential
For pain reduction, improved flexibility and circulation, we use:
| Ankle and Foot Injuries | What we can do: |
| Strains/Sprains, Bunions, Plantar Fasciitis, Peroneal Tendonitis Posterior Tibialis Tendonitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Shin Splints, Heel Spurs, Trigger Points, Bursitis, Trigger Toe (Flexor Hallucis Longus Muscle), Hallus Valgus and Bunion, Hallux Rigidus, Sesamoiditis, Metatarsalgia Verrucae, Skin and foot conditions | Strains/Sprains, Bunions, Plantar Fasciitis, Peroneal Tendonitis Posterior Tibialis Tendonitis, Achilles Tendonitis, Shin Splints, Heel Spurs, Trigger Points, Bursitis, Trigger Toe, (Flexor Hallucis Longus Muscle), Hallux Valgus and Bunion, Hallux Rigidus, Sesamoiditis, Metatarsalgia Verrucae, Skin and Foot Conditions. |
| We also treat these conditions and more | |
| Deep Tissue Massage, Musculoskeletal Therapeutic Ultrasound TENS, Manual Therapy, Muscle Stretches, Heat, Treatments, Vibration Therapy, (including Whole Body Vibration Platform), Range of Motion Testing, Exercise Programs, Nail Surgery, Cryotherapy, Dermatology | Strains/Sprains, Bunions, Plantar Fasciitis, Peroneal Tendonitis Posterior Tibialis Tendonitis, Achilles Tendonitis Shin Splints Heel Spurs, Trigger Points Bursitis, Trigger Toe (Flexor Hallucis Longus Muscle), Hallus Valgus and Bunion Hallus Rigidus Sesamoiditis, Metatarsalgia Verrucae, Skin and foot conditions |