Physiotherapy
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What is Physiotherapy and What is it For?
Physiotherapy is the science that, through a combination of methods, actions, and techniques, applied both manually and instrumentally using physical means, treats, recovers, and adapts individuals affected by somatic, psychosomatic, and organic dysfunctions. However, it also has a preventive role and is recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy good health.
The benefits of physiotherapy for patients’ health are increasingly recognized, using various techniques and exercises. But do you know what these benefits are? What is the procedure to follow?
Among the many benefits that physiotherapy provides to the body and mind, it contributes to:
- Disease Prevention and Diagnosis: Physiotherapy helps in preventing diseases or aiding in their diagnosis.
- Preventing and Controlling Physical Deterioration: Physiotherapy improves muscle strength, flexibility, and joint mobility.
- Injury Prevention: It’s not just for regular sports practitioners; practically anyone can prepare for daily activities. Physiotherapy helps strengthen the muscles and joints we use most. Additionally, in case of injury, this prior “training” allows for a quicker and more efficient recovery.
- Achieving Greater Body Flexibility: Through specific exercises, physiotherapy enhances overall flexibility.
- Combatting Symptoms of Certain Conditions: Physiotherapy uses techniques that reduce pain and inflammation or help fight diseases.
- Recovery After Illness or Injury: It aids in the partial or total recovery following an illness or injury.
- Shortening Recovery Periods: Whether after injuries or surgical interventions, physiotherapy helps to reduce recovery time.
- Pain Relief: Whether it’s mild or chronic pain, applying the right treatments can minimize or even eliminate discomfort.
- Slowing the Effects of Degenerative Diseases: Physiotherapy can slow the progression of degenerative conditions.
- Strengthening the Body: It improves basic bodily functions and enhances overall physical functionality.
- Increasing Well-being and Quality of Life: Physiotherapy contributes to better overall health, even without a specific problem to correct.
Now that you know physiotherapy is not just for rehabilitation after an injury or illness, it’s clear that it plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health and well-being.