The purpose of the physiotherapy section is primarily to
discuss injury prevention, as well as the appropriate management
of running injuries. As well as providing you with a list
of registered physiotherapists, guiding you to the correct
self-treatment as well as the best available medical help.
Physiotherapists are university-educated
experts who can help you achieve your highest level of physical
functioning (at any stage of life) by providing you with a
personalized treatment plan based on your specific needs.
Individualized treatment of an injury
or disability based on scientific knowledge,
a thorough assessment of the condition, environmental factors
and lifestyle.
Exercise prescription is a major tool
in the physiotherapist's repertoire of treatment techniques.
Like other treatments, it must be carefully applied, continually
assessed and re-assessed, and modified accordingly. Short
and long-term goal setting is essential as is commitment from
the patient and physiotherapist. Goals may range from simple
activities of daily living tasks, such as holding a cup or
utensils, working without discomfort or performing in a concert
or sporting event. The role of exercise is not only a form
of treatment or adjunct to treatment, but also a self-management
and prevention approach.
The physiotherapist will perform a thorough
assessment before prescribing specific exercises. Patient
assessment can include consideration of: The presenting problem
- pain, joint stiffness, muscle inflexibility, functional
instability, muscle weakness, lack of coordination/balance,
joint laxity. All may culminate in a loss of function activities
of daily living.
With the months to come this section
will be developed to provide you with links to physiotherapists
in your area.
