Should I consult a physiotherapist?
Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession that is about human function and movement and maximizing physical potential. Physiotherapy uses physical, science-based approaches to promote, maintain and restore physical, psychological and social well-being, taking into account changes in health status. In particular they treat the neuromuscular system (brain and nervous system), musculoskeletal (soft tissue, joints and bones), cardiovascular and respiratory systems (heart and lungs and related physiology). Physiotherapists work autonomously, often as a member of a team with other health or social care professionals.
The practice of physiotherapy is characterized by reflective behavior and systematic clinical reasoning, both contributing to and supporting a problem-solving approach to patient-centered care.
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Physiotherapy treats cardio-pulmonary disorders, including:
- Cardiac attack.
- Post-surgery of coronary.
- Chronic obstructive musher diseases.
- Pulmonary fibrosis.
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How can physiotherapy help?
It is important to try to stay active when you have arthritis. Many people worry that exercise will increase their pain or damage their joints. But the joints are designed to move and inactivity weakens the muscles.
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How can I access physiotherapy services?
There are several ways to schedule an appointment with a physical therapist: You can be referred by your general practitioner or consultant in your local or hospital physiotherapy department. You may be able to self-refer to see a physical therapist. Check with your general practitioner to see if there is a physiotherapy department in your area that accepts self-referrals.