Southbank Physiotherapy
Why people see us
Do you have difficulty walking as a result of knee pain, injury or surgery? Is a cardiac condition depriving you of performing your normal activities of daily living? Are your fingers becoming deformed as a result of arthritis or some other condition? Do you experience difficulty getting in and out of bed as a result of a stroke, Parkinson's disease or some other condition? Have you lost strength in your lower extremity as a result of aging? Or maybe you have been the victim of several falls and now feel unsafe getting around the home or community. All of the above and more are reasons to see us.
Physiotherapy uses therapeutic exercise, physical agent modalities such as heat, cold and ultrasound along with skilful manipulation to help individuals restore or attain normal functional movement. Some see us as following a referral from their primary care physician, however there is no need for you to function beneath your capacity - we can help.
In this section
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Arthritic complaints
One of the major complaints in patients seeking the help of a physiotherapist is arthritis. With physiotherapy, the arthritis sufferer can learn to live comfortably with a disease that would otherwise be crippling. more »
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Back problems
Back problems may be the result of an injury, a degenerative disease, poor posture or even infection. Besides treatment, your physiotherapist will educate you in ways of preventing your back problems from recurring and/or train you to manage these problems and alleviate pain. more »
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Ergonomic consulting
Ergonomics deals with the design of the workplace to maximise productivity by reducing worker discomfort and fatigue. Because physiotherapists are knowledgeable in the areas of anatomy, physiology and psychology, they are well equipped to perform ergonomic consulting in the workplace and the home. more »
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Joint injuries
Joint injuries are among the most common problems experienced by physiotherapy patients. The goal of physiotherapy is to assist the injured to reduce pain and return to a prior level of function. more »
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Mobility independence
Being able to access one's surroundings comfortably is important to everyone. For someone suffering from a disability or who has been injured it is even more so. Fortunately, with the help of physiotherapy this task is less daunting than it would otherwise be. more »
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Neck pain and headaches
Many pharmacy shelves are stocked with headache remedies, but finding relief from headache and neck pain often times entails getting physiotherapy treatment. The goal of physiotherapy is to help you achieve a level of function and live a pain-free life. more »
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Neurological problems
Neurological problems stem from a wide range of conditions relating to defects in the function of the brain, spinal cord, muscles or nerves. The goals of physiotherapy will be to help the individual gain or return to a level of function or independence. more »
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Occupational rehabilitation
Occupational rehabilitation is the process of restoring function to injured workers so they can return to work and is a necessary adjunct to the broad spectrum of health care. By taking advantage of this service, employees can prevent loss of wages due to injuries and can enjoy a more productive working environment and employers can preserve their bottom line by avoiding decreased man-hours and medical expenses. more »
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Pediatrics
Pediatrics is a branch of medicine that deals with the development, health and illnesses of children. A child may be referred to physiotherapy if she has developmental delays that prevent her from achieving the milestones that are expected at that particular age. more »
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Post fracture rehabilitation
Fractures are common among athletes, children and even the elderly, however anyone can become a suffer from a fracture. Physiotherapy can play a vital role in enabling you to resume your activities. more »
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Post operative rehabilitation
Pain management during rehabilitation is an important consideration to allow the person to begin moving the injured part as quickly as possible and physiotherapy can play a very important role. more »
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Posture correction
Good posture is not just good for your appearance; it affects your general health as well. Postural correction may be necessary in patients who have had a neurological dysfunction, but it may also be helpful for persons who do not have a clinical complaint. more »
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Pregnancy
A woman who was active before pregnancy can continue to be active during pregnancy, barring certain risks. A physiotherapist can be invaluable to the general health of an expecting mother and her baby. more »
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Whiplash
Whiplash occurs most frequently during motor vehicle accidents and the car does not have to be traveling at a fast rate. When the body is struck from behind, the head bobs back and forth and the injury can cause damage to muscles in the neck, the ligaments, vertebrae, the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system. more »
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