About Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy aims to restore a person’s maximum functioning by use of expert examination of posture and movement. A physiotherapist undertakes and individualised assessment and develops a specific rehabilitation plan for each person, so that maximum level of function may be achieved depending upon the individual’s needs, and goals.

The aim of physiotherapy is to get people moving, in whatever capacity the individual is able to. If a person’s mobility is limited because of factors such as pain, stiffness, weakness or poor balance, then the physiotherapist will work towards improving these factors such that mobility can be enhanced. The physiotherapist’s aim is to create long term recovery and prevent any recurrence to your injury.

A physiotherapist is a trained professional who has undergone a 4 year Bachelor’s of Science degree in an accredited program, and must belong to a professional registration body (Chartered Society of Physiotherapists).

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