Physiotherapy
What is Physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy is the practice of rehabilitation through regimented and
targeted physical care. Relying heavily on its understanding of the bone
and muscular structures of the body, physiotherapy works to return you
to the functionality prior to a traumatic injury. Unlike many other forms
of post-traumatic rehabilitative therapies, western physiotherapy targets
specific regions of the body that experience reduced functionality or
pain following injury. Direct and concentrated attention to this area
allows you to return to health through progressive exercises and treatment
plans.
Is physiotherapy appropriate for me?
If you have recently experienced a physically de-habilitating or traumatic
accident, such as a sports- or accident-related injury or have undergone
invasive surgery, physiotherapy may be appropriate. Following a progressive
plan of rehabilitative massage, targeted physical exercise, occupational
and pain management therapy, physiotherapy will allow you to regain full
range of movements and relief in the affected areas. A registered physiotherapist
can help you in many ways, including:
- Preventing and treating sports injuries
- Restoring and increasing range of motion in joints
- Increasing coordination
- Counseling and educating in pre-and postnatal care
- Designing a 'user-friendly' or ergonomically-correct home or workplace
- Educating clients in the use of devices such as canes, crutches and
wheelchairs
- Helping an injured individual return to work successfully through 'work
hardening' programs
- Alleviating pain
What does a Registered Physiotherapist offer?
- Assessment of movement, strength, endurance and other physical abilities;
- Assessment of the impact of an injury or disability on your physical
functioning;
- Assessment of physical preparation for work and sports;
- Program planning and education to restore movement and reduce pain,
and
- Individualized treatment of an injury or disability based on scientific
knowledge, a thorough assessment of the condition, environmental factors
and lifestyle
Sanjiu Wellness Centre offers complete physiotherapy programs for those
who have suffered from Motor Vehicle Accidents, sport related or other
physical injuries. Our services include access to:
- Registered chiropractic therapists
- Registered acupuncture / acupressure therapists
- Gym facility on site
- Qualified TuiNa specialists
- Qi Gong educators
Depending on your injuries, your treatment may be covered by OHIP or
your private health insurance plan. For more information, or questions
regarding coverage of treatment plans, please contact one of our clinics.
[This web-page contains excerpts from the Canadian Physiotherapy Association's
web site - http://www.physiotherapy.ca/helptype.htm
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