Pregnancy and after

Physiotherapists run exercise programs to keep you fit before the birth of your child and get you back in shape afterwards.

Ante-natal classes will give you an understanding of the changes women experience before, during and after childbirth.

At work

Physiotherapists can help you improve the safety and efficiency of your work practices.

Whether working at home, the factory or on the farm, you may experience back pain, neck pain, headaches, muscle strains or sciatica. Your physiotherapist is well equipped to treat the problem and teach you good working habits.

Sport and leisure

For pain relief and the speediest return to your sporting activities, see a physiotherapist.

During your visit, the problem will be assessed and explained to you. As well as giving you appropriate treatment, the physiotherapist will advise you on ways to prevent the problem recurring.

Your child

Visit your physiotherapist for treatment and advice if your child has problems with movement, co-ordination or posture.

Children with frequent chest infections or asthma also benefit from physiotherapy treatment.

60 and over

The right help can make life so much easier, even after a setback like a broken leg or hip. Your physiotherapist will help you to walk again and restore your independence.

Physiotherapists can treat many of the health problems experienced by older people, such as arthritis, bladder control difficulties, stroke or osteoporosis.

Putting you back in action

Physiotherapy helps put you back in action by carefully treating your painful joints and muscles, educating you about managing your condition, advising you on ways to prevent a recurrence and by designing a personal exercise program.

Your First Visit

When you first visit a physiotherapist, you will be given a thorough assessment. Your physiotherapist will explain what’s causing the problem and select the best options for treatment.

Treatment

Treatment may include any or all of these techniques:

• Joint manipulation or mobilisation
• Soft tissue massage
• Stretches
• Supervised exercises
• Pain relief techniques such as acupuncture, ultrasound or laser
• Home exercise program