What is Physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy is an exciting, challenging and rewarding health profession.
It uses no drugs and is based on a thorough knowledge of the bones, muscles and nerves.
Physiotherapists are highly trained in assessing, treating and preventing problems in human movement
Physiotherapy is a science of body movement combined with the art of “hands-on” healing through manipulation and mobilisation.
Physiotherapists can help people of all ages from newborn to elderly.
They work in a variety of settings:
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Sporting events and fitness centres Educational Institutions |
Schools Community Health Centres |
Private Practice Hospitals (outpatient clinics) |
In a variety of areas:
| Headaches Arthritis Muscle injuries Back pain Stroke Rehabilitation after road or occupational accidents Cardio-vascular conditions |
Neck pain Post-operative recovery Joint injuries Asthma Scoliosis Childbirth education Post-natal care |
Sports injuries Bone injuries Postural Assessment Paediatric & developmental problems Women’s Health Issues Fitness in pregnancy Incontinence |
For more information contact the Australian Physiotherapy Association or talk with the Physio