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Common complaints treated by Chartered Physiotherapists
- SPINAL PROBLEMS– including prolapsed discs, degeneration, sciatica, lumbago, stiff/painful neck and referred arm and leg
pain.
- JOINT PROBLEMS– arthritis, injury, pain/swelling/stiffness in joints such as shoulders, elbows, hips, knees and ankles.
- INJURIES – to muscles, ligaments and tendon problems. Work related problems such as Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
- AFTER SURGERY – rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery e.g. hip and knee replacements or after general surgery.
- FRACTURES – treatment to increase the healing rate and to gain full function once the bones have healed
Chartered PhysioFirst physiotherapists will not only treat the problem but, by spending time with the patient, will often be able to show the patient how to prevent the problem happening again
Why see an independent physiotherapist ?
- Specialist expertise
- Convenience
- Flexibility
- Speed of service
- Education and advice
- Individual attention and treatment
Early treatment can mean a quicker recovery with less time off work. An independent physiotherapist can often provide treatment within 24 hours.
A physiotherapist
takes the wider view of a patient’s lifestyle to treat the condition and avoid a recurrence - a truly holistic approach.
Physiotherapy is the orthodox therapy – there are a growing number of complementary
forms of medicine and the treatment methods they use differ widely.
Most of the basic theories and principals, which govern them, are included as standard practice in physiotherapy.
How do I arrange to see an independent physiotherapist ?
Ring for an appointment. The physiotherapist works closely with the GP and will keep them advised of treatment undertaken. There is no need for a patient to see their GP first. Most patients simply
contact the physiotherapist direct. Where payment for treatment is through medical insurance, prior authorisation may be required.
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