What problems does physiotherapy
help?
Numerous injuries, conditions
and illnesses are treatable but common problems include:
- Back and neck pain -
including whiplash
- Arthritis
- Soft tissue damage to
ligaments, tendons and muscles
- Upper limb problems
linked to work related repetitive strain activities
- Sports injuries (being
experts in body movement and how joints and muscles work means that physios
treat more sports injuries than any other health professionals)
- Stroke rehabilitation
and neurological conditions
- Disabling conditions
such as cystic fibrosis, cerebral palsy and Parkinsons disease
- Lung and breathing problems
such as asthma
- Problems related to
pregnancy
- Stress and anxiety