Physiotherapists have advanced understanding of how the body moves, what keeps it from moving well and how to restore mobility.  They are trained in human anatomy, physiology, and appropriate body mechanics.  They can and will help you with optimal healing and recovery from injury and/or surgery.

A physiotherapy rehabilitation program can involve a variety of treatment strategies.  The first step is the initial assessment.  During this assessment, your physiotherapist will discuss your primary concerns, perform a physical exam, and advise you of the ideal rehabilitation program. 

The next step is the treatment program.  Your physiotherapist will advise you of the ideal treatment strategies, and your program may include any of the following:

Education – in order to achieve optimal recovery, it is very important that you completely understand your condition, the “do’s” and “don’t’s”, and the ideal treatment frequency and duration of your program.

Manual Therapy – muscle stretching, joint mobilization and/or manipulation, soft tissue massage, tendon frictions.

Modalities – physiotherapy machines such as:

            TENS – transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation

            US – therapeutic ultrasound

            IFC – interferential current

            Heat – moist hot packs, paraffin wax, whirlpool

            Cold – ice packs, ice massage

Active Stretching and Therapeutic Exercise – it is vital to your recovery that you perform specific stretches and/or strengthening exercises to achieve more flexibility and strength.  Your physiotherapist will educate and instruct you in the correct stretches and exercises.

Mechanical Traction – designed to alleviate stress and “decompress” the joints of the spine

Acupuncture – (click here for info)

Equipment Recommendations for home, work and/or sport – braces, lumbar supports, pillows, canes/crutches, exercise supplies.