Physiotherapy

Cathy Holmes is a State Registered Physiotherapist, who is recognised by BUPA, AXA-PPP, Standard Life, HSA  health insurance companies.

Physiotherapy is a health profession concerned with the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of pain and disability; using manual therapy, electro-therapy, exercise and advice to relieve pain, regain range of movement, restore muscle strength and return patients to normal activities of daily living.

It is always wise to come prepared for an appointment, so that you get the most out of your physiotherapy treatment. Self help after the treatment will be discussed during the session and exercises may be given in order for your physiotherapy treatment to be a success. Your participation in your treatment will enhance your recovery.

Write down concerns and /or symptoms.  It will increase your chances of leaving well-informed and satisfied. Also bring a list of all prescription and non-prescription medications you take, plus any vitamins or supplements. You may also want to jot down notes about your diet and exercise habits - factors important to your overall health not just your pain or injury.

Wear suitable clothing. If you are worried about stripping down to your underwear, bring along some shorts. Your Physiotherapist will need to be able to see and feel the problem area in order to treat you successfully.

If you have questions or concerns, ask! Your health is too important. Don’t be embarrassed that you don’t understand something your Physiotherapist has told you - ask that it be explained.

Once you agree on a physiotherapy treatment plan, follow it through. Physiotherapists help your body to heal itself. The exercises that your Physiotherapist asks you to do at home will be a vital part of the overall treatment plan to relieve your pain or resolve your injury so you are mobile, active and pain-free as soon as possible.

Do not ignore the lifestyle issues which may contribute to your susceptibility to  pain or injury. Many of the root causes of pain are lifestyle related. In particular increasingly sedentary work and recreational practices and long hours operating computers or equipment are frequently found to be contributory causes of pain or increase the likelihood of suffering an injury.