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Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession that assesses, diagnoses, treats, and works to prevent disease and disability through a physical means.

While it is well-known that physiotherapists treat injuries, increasing numbers of Australians are coming to physiotherapists when they want to take control of their health and stay well.

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A typical session with a physiotherapist will be unique to your individual needs and health condition. Treatment will also depend on the presenting condition and the physiotherapists scope of practice. 

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A ‘typical’ session may involve:

• Assessing and diagnosing your condition and needs.

• Working with you to set and attain goals - whatever they may be!

• Developing a treatment or prevention plan that will take into account your lifestyle, activities and general health

• Prescribing exercise and physical aides if required.

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Our physiotherapists may use a variety of treatments.

For example: 

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• Manual therapies such as mobilisation and manipulation to reduce joint stiffness, dysfunction and pain.

• Soft tissue techniques such as trigger point therapies and massage to improve muscle function and reduce spasm.

• Acupuncture and dry needling for reduction in pain and muscle spasm.

• Specific muscle re-education programmes to improve neuro-muscular control of muscles and joints.

• Exercise programs, to improve mobility and strengthen muscles

• Assistance with the use of aids, e.g. splints, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.

• Casting and splinting.

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