There are ranges of treatments used in the Physiotherapy outpatient department. After your Consultant or another Doctor in the team has referred you to us, your Physio will carry out an assessment that will usually last around 40 minutes. A treatment plan will then be developed for your specific need.
A patient undergoing acupuncture
Some examples of the treatments we provide are:
Acupuncture
The insertion of needles into the body can have an effect on some symptoms,
such as pain or nausea. Some members of the Physiotherapy staff have training
in acupuncture and you may be offered this treatment if it is felt to be
appropriate for your condition.
Exercise
Cardiovascular exercise is important to build up muscles and fitness
This may be to strengthen or re-educate certain muscle groups such as the quadricep muscles that may have wasted in patients with arthritic knees.
Electrotherapy
This may be ultrasound, megapulse, interferential or TENS. Your Physio will explain these terms.
Facial Stimulator
This is used for people who have Bell’s palsy and exercises the facial muscles.
Mobilisations/Manipulations
These are useful when stiff joints may be causing a problem.
Muscle imbalance/Stability work
Some muscles may have shortened, while others may have lengthened, or even stopped working. This treatment will aim to correct the problems.
Traction
Is a modality of treatment that may be used for certain spinal conditions.
These are just some of the treatment methods used. Your Physio will discuss all aspects of your care with you at your initial assessment.