Physical Rehabilitation therapy is a combined branch of rehabilitative medicine which includes physiotherapy techniques, podiatry, biomechanical analysis and movement and sports therapy 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 various physical therapy societies of the UK, “We use our 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 systems | |
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 their bones, muscles, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, joints and other connective tissue. | |
Cardiovascular systems | |
Include the heart and the circulatory systems. The circulatory system carries nutrients and oxygen via blood vessels to the tissues of the body and removes waste and carbon dioxide from them. | |
Orthopaedic therapy | |
Musculoskeletal system injuries and disorders; including rehabilitation for post-orthopaedic surgery patients:
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Geriatric therapy: |
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The main goal is to get the patient mobile again, pain management and optimizing fitness levels among others. |
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Neurological therapy | |
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Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation therapy | |
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Pediatric physical therapy | |
Therapyroom1 also treats children with various diseases and disorders.
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Additionally our therapists (also Sports Therapists) use:
- ultrasound
- hot packs
- cold compresses
- electrical stimulation (TENS or Muscle Stimulators)
- inferential
For pain reduction, improve flexibility and circulation, we use:
To help with mobility and dexterity, we teach patients how to use:
- prostheses
- crutches
- wheelchairs
- other adaptive devices
Ankle and Foot Injuries | What we can do: |
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We also treat these conditions and more | |
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