• 10 Mar 2021
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An Overview Of Physiotherapy for Orthopedic Treatments

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What’s Orthopedic Physical Therapy?

Orthopedic physical therapy can be described as a set of physical therapies for the entire musculoskeletal system of the patient. A physiotherapist who is an expert in orthopedics will be able to recommend the best exercises for treating issues related to bones, muscles, ligaments, joints, and connective tissues.

The patient’s movement diagnosis will be determined in orthopedic physical therapy, along with formulation of a treatment plan, providing therapeutic care, and educating the patient about managing injuries and/or prevalent conditions to lead a normal life.

What Conditions Does An Orthopedic Physical Therapist Treat?

Some of the most common orthopedic conditions that physiotherapy can treat are:

-muscular dystrophy

-arthritis

-cancer

-frozen shoulder

-spinal stenosis

-joint pain

-lower back pain

-knee instability

-limited range of motion

-lymphedema

-plantar fasciitis

-Scoliosis

-Bursitis

Besides these conditions, an orthopedic physical therapist can also help the patient to rehabilitate after surgery or injury. By following the instructions and exercises as recommended by an orthopedic physical therapist, the patient will be able to not only reduce pain but also normalize regular body movements like walking, improvising range of motions, buildup strength, and mobility.

Patients of knee replacement, hip replacement, knee arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair, and even heart and cancer-related surgeries can consult with physiotherapists expert in orthopedic conditions, and start the rehabilitation process.

Physiotherapy For Orthopedic Treatments

Some of the most effective and efficient physiotherapies for orthopedic treatments include (but not limited to)

Exercise Therapy

The most popular and widely used method for treating orthopedic conditions is exercise therapy. This has three main activities: balance-building exercises, mobility and strengthening.

Based on the patient’s existing orthopedic conditions, and the co-morbidities, the physiotherapist will devise a comprehensive and detailed plan for initiating exercise therapy. Initially, the patient can be asked to visit the clinic or hospital to practice the exercises as mentioned in the plan, but as recovery starts, the patient can do the same at their homes.

Traction

Traction is another quite effective physical therapy for patients of neck pain, lower back pain and spine conditions such as degenerative disc and more. With traction, the therapist is able to take the pressure off from the joints which are either compressed or damaged. Once the pressure is removed, the process of healing starts, leading to full recovery.

Usually, there are specialized medical equipment that can be used for traction, while some physiotherapists prefer to use their hands for the same, depending on the severity of the case.

Depending on the requirement, some other alternative physical therapies are used for treating orthopedic conditions including soft tissue manipulation (for muscles, ligaments, and fascia), dry-needling, laser or light therapy, joint mobilization and more.

If you are searching for result-oriented, focused and dedicated physical therapy for orthopedic conditions, then we at CureNow Wellness Physiotherapy can provide you professional consultancy and therapies right away.

We have seasoned Physiotherapists who are certified and trained from the UK, having decades of experience in providing advanced Physiotherapy services.

To start diagnosis and treatment, book an appointment with CureNow Wellness Physiotherapy, today.