Physiotherapy, often referred to as physio, uses physical methods, such as massage and manipulation, to promote healing and well being. Physiotherapy treatments are often used to help restore a person’s range of movement after injury or illness.

"Physiotherapy is a dynamic profession, which uses a range of treatment techniques to restore movement and function within the body."- Chartered Society of Physiotherapy “

Physiotherapists work in a great variety of area and treat problems that affects areas such as orthopedics – Skeletal problems , intensive care , pediatrics needs ,Neurological conditions – mental illness, stroke recovery, occupational health, ergonomics, musculoskeletal treatments and care of the elderly

By using a number of different approaches and techniques, a physiotherapist can help a person overcome injury or short-term health problems, or manage long-term disability.

Physiotherapists use a wide range of techniques and approaches, including:

massage and manipulation, using the hands to relieve muscle pain and stiffness and encourage blood flow to an injured part of the body to help recovery heat, cold, electric current, light and water remedial exercise (exercise that takes into account a person’s current level of health and any specific requirements they may have) providing support to help patients manage chronic conditionsPhysiotherapists use a wide range of techniques and approaches, including:

Physiotherapy techniques and approaches can improve a person’s ability to use parts of their body that are affected by a health condition or injury. For example, arthritis is a chronic condition that causes painful, stiff joints and is often associated with ageing. Physiotherapists can help keep the joints mobile and strengthen the surrounding muscles

See How physiotherapy works for more information about the different techniques that are used by physiotherapists.