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Head and Neck
- Neck pain
- Whiplash injuries
- Movement restriction
- Arthritis
- Headaches
- Referred Pain
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The treatment of head and/or neck pain involves hands-on techniques and soft tissue techniques that promote an improved in range of movement. Exercises will help to develop muscle length, strength and maintain or improve posture.
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Shoulder
- Shoulder pain
- Frozen Shoulder
- Movement restriction
- Impingement
- Rotator Cuff tendinitis or tears
- Bursitis
- Shoulder instability and post dislocation rehabilitation
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Treatment may involve exercises and specific muscle strengthening and hands on techniques to assist soft tissue healing to allow a return to work, activity or sport. Electrotherapy may also be suggested to help reduce pain and ensure a quicker recovery. It is very common for shoulder and arm pain to be caused by problems in the neck or other areas of the spine occasionally some distance from where the pain is felt
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Elbow
- Elbow pain
- Tennis Elbow (Lateral epicondylitis)
- Golfer Elbow (Medial epicondylitis)
- Movement restriction
- Repetitive Strain Injury
- Tendinitis
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Treatment may be in the form of specific stretches and strengthening exercises and hands-on techniques to promote healing and increase movement and function of the tissues. A period of rest, reduced or modified activity may be advised to allow recovery to take place. Electrotherapy may be suggested to assist with pain relief and an earlier return to activity.
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Back
- Lower back pain (LBP)/ Lumbago
- 'Slipped' disc
- Degenerative spine/arthritis
- Sciatica
- Facet joint pain
- Movement restriction/Stiffness
- Postural back pain
- Sacroiliac/Pelvis dysfunction
- Core Stability Problems
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Treatment will be tailored to your individual problems, needs and goals but will usually include stretching and strengthening exercises. Joint mobilisation and manipulation may be advised and hands-on soft tissue techniques can be used to reduce muscle spasm and pain and restore movement. A short period of modified activity may be recommended but the aim will be to resume normal activities as soon as possible. Electrotherapy can help reduce pain and ensure a quicker recovery.
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Hip
- Hip pain
- Groin strain (Adductor strain)
- Osteoarthritis/Degeneration
- Movement restriction
- Bursitis
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Treatment for hip injuries may include specific strengthening and stretching exercises to allow the muscles to work more effectively. Joint mobilisations and stretches may be used to increase the movement and reduce strain on other areas of the body. Soft tissue techniques can help to reduce muscle spasm and promote good healing of the injury. Electrotherapy may help with pain relief and earlier return to work, activity or sport.
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Knee
- Knee pain
- Anterior knee pain
- Osteoarthritis/Degeneration
- Knee ligament injuries
- Bursitis
- Tendinitis
- Muscle strains/tears
- Post surgical rehabilitation
- Cartilage/Meniscal Problems
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Specific soft tissue techniques can help the healing of injured soft tissues including muscle, ligament and tendon. Specific stretching and strengthening exercises are usually given to rehabilitate the injured knee back to its full potential as quickly as possible. Electrotherapy may be advised to help reduce pain and promote recovery.
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Ankle
- Ankle pain
- Twisted ankle (Lateral ligament sprain)
- Achilles tendinitis
- Calf strain/tear
- Heel pain/Plantar fasciitis
- Shin Splints
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Physiotherapy treatment usually consists of specific soft tissue techniques to reduce inflammation, promote good healing and reduce scar tissue formation. Stretches and strengthening exercises can then be issued at the appropriate stage of recovery to maximise potential and achieve an early return to activity or sport. You may be advised to rest from, reduce or modify your activities for a short period of time to help recovery. Electrotherapy may be advised to help reduce pain and assist with a fast return to activity or sport.
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