Physical Therapy

Benefits of Physiotherapy for a successful recovery

Physical therapy, physical therapy, or physical rehabilitation, has a host of benefits for those recovering from injury or illness. It is also useful for patients who need additional assistance with regard to the mobility of the affected limbs, and even in the event of a disability.

• Alleviate the pain.
• Improves muscle strength and mobility.
• Greater flexibility is achieved.
• Prevents and controls physical deterioration.
• Improves the basic functions of the organism.
• Provides us with a greater sense of well-being.
• Helps keep joints in good condition.
• Prevention of injuries when practicing sports on a regular basis.
• It can help improve recovery after an accident, trauma or major surgery.

Physiotherapy can be used to treat problems associated with different systems,

• Musculoskeletal
• Neuromuscular
• cardiovascular
• Respiratory.

Techniques used in physiotherapy:

• Manual therapy techniques: using massage techniques, pain and muscle stiffness will be relieved, stimulating blood flow in the injured area.
• Aquatic therapy: the use of hydrotherapy is very common to solve some types of injuries.
• Taping, bandages and splints.
• Exercise prescription: stretching, strengthening, balance.
• Breathing techniques.
• Electrotherapy.
•  Postural reeducation.