Physiotherapy treatment may include:
- exercise program including stretches, strengthening and injury prevention exercises
- massage, joint immobilisation and manipulation
- western dry needling
- ergonomic assessment and advise
- sport training and return to work advice
- electrotherapies such as ultrasound, interferential and heat or ice therapy
At Sydney Physios we also cover Sports Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapist specialise in identifying and treating the uderlying cause of injuries, We use a comprehensive range of techniques to descrease the likelihood of injury recurring.
Treatment options include:
- acute injury diagnosis, education and development of a treatment plan to facilitate recovery
- referral for further investigations, or review by a specialist as needed
- treatment that allows continued training and competition
- customised home exercise programs
- pool programs and hydrotherapy
- biomechanical assessment including running, landing and sport-specific requirements
- indentification of muscle imbalances in strenght, lenght and motor control
- sport-specific screenings
- taping and fitting of ankle guards to prevent injuries
- return to sport fitness testing
- immobilisation of injuries, such as casting, splinting and fitting of orthopaedic boots
- orthotics
- load monitoring advice
- pre-operative and post-operative care
Your Physiotherapist will communicate with coaches and personal trainers as a part of treatment, which is central to the rehabilitation process.