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Physiotherapy
What is Physiotherapy?
“Physiotherapy
is the assessment and treatment of the body by physical or mechanical
means for the purpose of restoring, maintaining or promoting physical
function, mobility or health, or to relieve pain” (PT Act,
1991). Physiotherapists use education, ergonomics and interventions
such as exercise, massage, manual therapy, acupuncture, and electrical
modalities to maintain and improve a client’s function or
to prevent injuries. Scope of Practice
“The practice of physiotherapy is the assessment of physical
function and the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of physical
dysfunction, injury or pain, to develop, maintain, rehabilitate
or augment function or to relieve pain” (PT Act, 1991).
How Can Physiotherapy Help You?
• Decrease and manage acute and chronic pain
• Increase mobility and function
• Increase strength and flexibility
• Decrease muscle spasm and tension
• Improve balance
• Improve posture and ergonomics
• Encourage exercise and activity
Commonly Treated Conditions
Physiotherapists treat people of all ages with a variety of conditions
including:
• Neurological conditions
• Cardiovascular illness
• Sports injuries
• Work-related injuries (WCB claims)
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Everyday stresses and strains
• Orthopedic conditions including:
o Arthritis
o Back and neck conditions
o SI joint and pelvic conditions
o Peripheral joint conditions
o Postural problems
o TMJ Syndrome
o Tendonitis
o And many more
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