Physiotherapy Worcester
Physiotherapy Worcester – Midlands Physiotherapy
Midlands Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic operated by Physiotherapist John Pryce & his team of Physiotherapists, Sports Therapists and Massage Therapists have been proudly servicing the Worcester community, for over 20 years.
Don’t allow pain or physical constraints to hinder you from engaging in your preferred activities. Contact Midlands Physio today to find out how we can assist you in regaining your mobility and improving your overall health and wellbeing.
What Does a Chartered Physiotherapist Do?
Chartered Physiotherapists are healthcare professionals who specialise in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating injuries, diseases, and conditions that affect the musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory systems. They utilise a range of techniques to improve and correct the body’s natural healing mechanisms, without the need for medication or drugs, unless prescribed by a doctor. Their primary objective is to assist patients in achieving optimal physical function and quality of life.
Regardless of whether you are experiencing back pain, neck pain, a sports injury, shoulder pain, whiplash, sciatica, headache, knee pain, or any other condition, a Chartered Physiotherapist can assist you. They commence by conducting a thorough assessment of the patient’s condition, taking into account their medical history and current symptoms, and then create a customised treatment plan that addresses the patient’s specific needs and objectives.
Regardless of age, Chartered Physiotherapists use a variety of techniques, such as manual therapy, exercise prescription, education, and lifestyle and ergonomics advice, to assist patients in recovering from injuries, managing chronic pain, and improving their physical function. By closely monitoring patients’ progress and adjusting their treatment plans as necessary, Chartered Physiotherapists aid patients in reaching their goals and enhancing their overall health and wellbeing.
What Conditions Can Be Treated by a Physiotherapist?
Physiotherapy can assist in treating a range of conditions that affect the musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory systems. Some of the conditions that can be treated by a physiotherapist include spinal problems such as back pain, sciatica, and stiff/painful neck; joint problems such as arthritis, injury, and pain/swelling/stiffness in joints like shoulders, hips, and ankles; and injuries to muscle, ligaments, cartilage, and tendons, including conditions like Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI).
Physiotherapy can also assist with post-surgical rehabilitation, including rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery like hip and knee surgery, and general physiotherapy after general surgery. Additionally, physiotherapy can help with fractures by increasing the healing rate and aiding in the regaining of full function once the bones have healed.
Understanding the various conditions that physiotherapy can help with can be beneficial in determining whether it is a suitable treatment option for your specific needs.
Spinal Problems
Including disc problems, degeneration, back, sciatica, lumbago, stiff/painful neck and referred arm and leg pains.
Joint Problems
Arthritis, injury, pain / swelling / stiffness in joints such as shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees and ankles.
Injuries
After Surgery
Rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery e.g., hip and knee surgery, or general physiotherapy after general surgery.
Fractures
Treatment to increase the healing rate and to gain full function once the bones have healed.
Spinal Problems
Several spinal problems, such as disc problems, degeneration, back pain, sciatica, lumbago, stiff/painful neck, and referred arm and leg pains, can be aided with physiotherapy.
Joint Problems
Joint problems such as arthritis, injury, and pain/swelling/stiffness in joints such as shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, and ankles.
Injuries
Physiotherapy can help treat injuries to muscle, ligaments, cartilage, and tendon problems, including conditions like Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI).
After Surgery
Post-operative rehabilitation, including rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery such as hip and knee surgery, as well as general physiotherapy after general surgery.
Fractures
Physiotherapy is useful in aiding the healing process and regaining full function after bones have healed.
What To Expect from Your Physio Appointment
During a typical physiotherapy session, the patient will undergo an initial consultation that involves taking a detailed personal history and a history of the condition to be treated. A treatment plan will then be determined.
Treatment may involve:
- Manual Therapy
- Muscle imbalance and stability work
- Personal rehabilitation exercise programmes
- Soft tissue mobilisations
- Gait analysis
- Acupuncture
If additional sessions are deemed necessary during the initial consultation, we will provide you with the details, an estimated recovery time, and allow you to decide how to proceed.
