Should you see a Physiotherapist?

Deciding wether or not you should see a physiotherapist will depend on your goals. Keep reading this blog to understand what you can expect from our physiotherapy services.

When should I see a physiotherapist?

There are a wide range of triggers that may lead to a person being referred or choosing to see a physiotherapist. This includes everything from sports injuries to chronic health conditions. Some typical reasons to see a physiotherapist include:

• Diabetes

• Osteoarthritis

• Osteoporosis

• Obesity

• Stroke and other neurological illnesses such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis

• Cancer, palliative care and lymphoedema

• Musculoskeletal and sports injuries

• Occupational health

• Pain management

• Sports injuries and prevention

What does a physiotherapist do?

Physiotherapy uses physical techniques to improve movement, reduce pain and stiffness, speed up the healing process and increase the quality of life. We work with people of all ages to treat a broad range of health conditions including sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions as well as chronic health conditions such as diabetes, obesity, osteoarthritis and stroke.

All physios are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA), ensuring quality of service.

Physiotherapists diagnose and manage a broad range of conditions with the bones, muscles, cardiovascular system, nerves and other parts and systems of the body. They can help people to manage chronic diseases, give lifestyle advice, prescribe exercises and aids to help people manage better, and give advice.

When you go to see a physiotherapist, they might:

• massage areas of your body

• strap your joints for sports performance

• stretch your muscles

• give you exercises to do

A physiotherapist will assess your condition and help you with physical problems. These might have come about because of an accident or injury, or you might have had them most of your life.

Am I eligible for physiotherapy?

Yes, you can see a physiotherapist at any time.

You don’t have to see your doctor before you see a physiotherapist. However, it is good to see your doctor to talk about options and to get a referral, especially if you have chronic health conditions.

Make sure to tell your physiotherapist about any major health problems, past injuries, and the usual exercise you do.