Physiotherapy: How this form of treatment improves your healing and general wellbeing

Physiotherapy is a form of treatment that uses physical means to help relieve pain and improve the body's strength and movement to restore function. It is applicable in various conditions, ranging from acute to chronic medical conditions, injuries, sports or otherwise and post-surgical management of most conditions.

Also known as physical therapy, it utilises physical means such as electrical currents, sound waves, heat and cold to relieve symptoms of pain, weakness and stiffness. However, the mainstay of physical therapy is exercise and joint and tissue manipulations. Patient education and lifestyle modification also play a major role in ensuring the gains are maintained and prevention of recurrences.