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How many different types of physiotherapy are there?

People of all ages can benefit from physiotherapy, which has the potential to be a life-changing experience. Some examples of different types of physiotherapy are as follows:

  1. Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy or “orthopedic Manual therapy” focuses on restoring the musculoskeletal system’s functionality, which includes the muscles, joints, bones, ligaments, and tendons. It can improve mobility, lessen discomfort, treat injuries, and repair soft tissue damage.

 

  1. Gynecological Physiotherapy

This branch of physiotherapy focuses on treating the female problems and other surrounding areas that are impacted by significant life events for women, such as pregnancy and childbirth.

 

  1. Neurological Physiotherapy

The nervous system is affected by neurological conditions such as strokes, spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and brain injuries. Physical therapy is well known to help neurological patients in regaining their mobility and helps to stop other complications brought on by neurological issues.

 

  1. Cardiovascular Physiotherapy

Cardiovascular physiotherapists assess your heart and lungs’ health and recommend the best activities. Asthma and excessive chest discharge are two disorders that can be treated with this type of therapy.

 

  1. Respiratory Physiotherapy

This type of physiotherapy helps in improving the quality of life of patients with diseases such as cystic fibrosis, asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

 

  1. Sports Physiotherapy

Sports activities are typically more physically taxing and athletes are more susceptible as a result of muscle and tendon injuries. Sports physiotherapists assist athletes in recovering more quickly from sports injuries and improving their overall performance.

 

  1. Pediatric Physiotherapy

A subspecialty of physical therapy known as pediatric physiotherapy is dedicated to identifying, preventing, and treating developmental abnormalities in newborns, young children, and teenage patients.

 

  1. Geriatric Physiotherapy

Although, age-related health complications such as muscle mass reduction, delayed reaction times, and imbalance are common. Fortunately, issues like loss of motion, arthritis, or Alzheimer’s disease can be addressed by geriatric physiotherapy.

 

Physiotherapy from the comfort of your home!

Home physical treatment is an option, but make sure you speak with your doctor first.

Back exercises

  1. Lie on your back with both of your legs straight. In this position, bring your left knee up close to your chest. Hold this position for 10 seconds. Return your leg to the straight position. Repeat with the right leg.
  2. Stand up with your arms on your side. Bend to the left side while slowly sliding your left hand down your left leg. Come back up slowly and relax. Repeat with the right side of your body.

Neck exercises

  1. Keep your eyes centered on one object directly in front of you, now slowly move your head back. You will now be looking at the roof. Keep your whole body still. Hold this position for 5 seconds and slowly return your head to the start position.
  2. Keep your eyes centered on one object directly in front of you, now slowly move your head down. You will now be looking at the floor. Keep your whole body still. Hold this position for 5 seconds and slowly return your head to the start position.
  3. Keep your eyes centered on one object directly in front of you, and turn your head to the left, and your vision should be in line with your left shoulder. Turn your head as far as you can and hold the position for 5 seconds. Slowly relax as you return your head to the start position.

Foot exercises.

  1. First write digits 1 to 10 using your toes raised in the air.
  2. Sit on a chair, raise your toes, and curl them
  3. Pick up a small piece of cloth off the floor using your toes.
  4. Still in a sitting position, point your toes and circle your ankles in a slow counter and clockwise motion.
  5. Stand up from the sitting position and go on tip toe for 5 seconds.

 

Link for exercises:

https://sundialclinics.co.uk/treatments/physiotherapy/physiotherapy-exercises-you-can-do-at-home/

 

Written By: Jabeen Zahra – Intern, Shalamar Hospital