Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
What is Musculoskeletal- Manipulative Physiotherapy?
A Musculoskeletal-Manipulative (MM) Physiotherapist has a Masters degree in the assessment and treatment of aches and pains. They have spent a year, over and above the average Physiotherapist gaining extra skills in the area of comprehensive assessment of all areas of the body, interpretation of investigations, reviewing and applying evidence based approaches to treatment and refining manipulative skills to all joints of the body.
How does a Musculoskeletal- Manipulative Physiotherapy treat?
Our ‘MM’ Physiotherapist initially addresses symptoms associated with inflammation of an injury, such as pain and swelling. They may use modalities such as ice, acupuncture, ultrasound, soft tissue and compression bandaging to assist in the resolution of this phase of healing.
Our ‘MM’ Physiotherapist is then able to address dysfunction associated with an injury such as stiffness, tightness, weakness and de-conditioning. They will restore optimal movement to an area by mobilising joints, stretching muscles and prescribing exercises. This may involve a local area but is usually in context of function of the whole body.
Finally, once symptoms are alleviated and correct movement restored, our ‘MM’ Physiotherapist is able to advise regarding self management of the condition and how to prevent recurrence.
Emphasis is on evidence based care. Management is proactive including referral to the G.P for further investigation, review and encouragement of self management.
What does a Musculoskeletal- Manipulative Physiotherapy treat?
Our ‘MM’ Physiotherapists can assist you with the following:
- Sporting injuries
- Spinal disorders – Back, Neck pain
- Post surgical rehabilitation
- Work cover injury rehabilitation
- Work conditioning
- Pre employment screening
- Splinting & fibreglass casting/removal
- Functional capacity assessment
- Back Fit Program
- Hydrotherapy (Exercise in water)
- Respiratory disorders
- Incontinence
- Reduced balance/ mobility
- Stroke/ Parkinson’s disease
- Home visits including assessments re: falls prevention
- Self management advice inc. Exercises
- Prescription of Braces/Orthotics
- X-Ray referral
- MRI referral
- Referral to other Allied Health Professionals where appropriate
Why Shellharbour Health?
- Post graduate qualifications in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Special interest in back/pelvic complaints
- Experienced with elite and recreational athletes
- Work cover, CTP, DVA apply
- Health fund rebates apply
- EPCs apply (Bulk Billed)
- same day appointments
- Telehealth consultations available