Whats is physiotherapy?

 

Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. 

They maintain health for people of all ages, helping patients to manage pain and prevent disease. 

 

 

Back and Neck Pain

The spine is a complex biomechanical structure and the largest series of joints in the body. Attendances to Physiotherapy are very common for neck and back pain. With back pain accounting for more attendances than any other joint in the body.

 

Serious back and neck injuries such as fractures and dislocations are thankfully rare and most back and neck pain comes from a non-specific mechanical cause. Normally with a few physiotherapy sessions this can be brought under control.

 

Some people will have associated radiculopathy. This is pressure on the nerves coming from the neck or the back. This can cause pain and sometimes loss of sensation and strength in the arms or legs. It can be frightening and limiting in the short term. Normally this will resolve with Physiotherapy input but can take a bit longer.

 

Physiotherapists have the knowledge to reduce pain, improve mobility and strength and help enable your recovery. Current evidence demonstrates that regular exercise and postural awareness help reduce the number of flare-ups of neck and back pain in the future.  

 

 

Lower Limb Injury and Pain

A wide range of injuries and conditions can affect the lower limb causing pain and disability. These can include acute ankle sprains, Achilles tendon injuries and arthritis of the knee and hip to name a few. Physiotherapists have the knowledge and skills to help with treatments and exercise programmes to improve symptoms, maintain function and reduce pain.

 

 

Upper Limb Injury and Pain

A wide range of conditions can affect the upper limb. These may be overuse injuries from work and sport, such as shoulder impingement and tennis elbow. Physiotherapists are experts in treating and managing conditions of the upper limb and reducing the number of flare-ups in the future. Treatments can include manual therapies and tailored exercise programmes.

 

 

Falls Prevention

Falls are the number one reason that elderly people attend the emergency department in a hospital. Most falls don’t cause serious injury but can cause distress and reduced confidence. The good news is there is lots of things that you can do to prevent a fall and recover well after a fall.

 

Physiotherapists are experts in assessing and treating strength and balance issues. Attending a physiotherapist if you are fearful of falling or you have had a fall will help to reduce your chance of falling and improve your confidence.

 

Pre and Post-op Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists can also help to rehabilitate you before and after an operation. This can include things such as hip and knee replacement. Physiotherapy is important after surgery to help you gain moment, strength and function.

 

What can I expect from an appointment?

Jessica will assess you by asking questions and examining the area where you have a problem. You will then receive treatment. Treatment can come in many forms such as acupuncture, manual therapy, exercises, steroid injection, taping and massage. This list is not exhaustive and Jessica will work with you to construct the most appropriate treatment plan for your individual presentation. These sessions will last 30-60 minutes depending on what is required.

 

Consent and Data Protection

In line with the new General Data Protection Regulation being introduced in May 2018 you will be asked to sign a couple of consent forms.

These will be explained to you fully prior to commencing your appointment

 

 

Where can I have an appointment?

You can book an evening or weekend appointment with Jessica in Tarbert. Or she is in Campbeltown for appointments on Thursdays.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

These appointments can be made by phoning/texting 07799334665, via the Body and Sole Facebook page or filling in the form below