Physiotherapy

A physiotherapist assesses the injured muscle, tendon, ligament or joint and designs a staged programme combining manual therapy, targeted strengthening exercises, and modalities such as ultrasound or shockwave therapy to restore movement and strength.

Recommended for sprains, strains, tendinopathies, ligament injuries (including post-ACL or meniscus repair), and overuse injuries in recreational or competitive athletes who want a safe, guided return to sport.

The therapist begins with a functional movement assessment, then progresses the patient through phases of pain and swelling control, mobility restoration, progressive loading and strength work, and sport-specific retraining; a typical course runs 6-12 sessions over 4-8 weeks.

Most patients regain pain-free range of motion within 2-4 weeks, with strength and sport-specific function typically restored over 6-12 weeks depending on injury severity.

A structured post-operative programme of manual therapy, guided exercise and, where available, hydrotherapy, designed to restore joint range of motion, muscle strength and independent function after surgery.

Recommended following hip or knee replacement, spinal surgery, rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction or other orthopaedic procedures, once the surgical team has cleared the patient for rehabilitation.

Treatment typically begins within days of surgery with gentle mobility and swelling-control work, then progresses through supervised strengthening, balance and gait retraining, and functional task practice; a full programme usually spans 15-25 sessions over 6-12 weeks.

Most patients regain independent walking and basic daily function within 4-6 weeks, with continued gains in strength, range of motion and endurance over 3-6 months.

An individualised programme combining neuro-physiotherapy techniques, task-specific retraining, balance and gait work, and where available, robotic-assisted or electrical stimulation therapy, aimed at rebuilding motor control and function.

Recommended for patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury or other neurological conditions affecting movement, balance or coordination.

An initial neurological and functional assessment guides a plan that progresses from basic movement and postural control through to standing, walking and task-specific retraining; intensive programmes typically involve daily sessions over 3-6 weeks, with maintenance therapy continuing longer term.

The pace and extent of recovery vary widely by injury type and severity; many patients see measurable gains in mobility, balance and independence within the first weeks, with further improvement continuing over months.

A combination of hands-on manual therapy (mobilisation and soft-tissue work), targeted core and postural strengthening, and education on movement and ergonomics to reduce pain and improve spinal function.

Recommended for chronic low back pain, neck pain, sciatica, disc-related pain or postural pain syndromes that have not required, or have not responded fully to, surgical intervention.

The physiotherapist assesses posture, movement patterns and pain triggers, then delivers a programme of manual therapy alongside a progressive exercise plan; a typical course runs 8-12 sessions over 6-8 weeks, with some patients continuing periodic maintenance visits.

Many patients report reduced pain and improved movement within 3-4 weeks, with functional gains and better pain control typically consolidating over 2-3 months.

Hands-on techniques such as joint mobilisation, myofascial release and deep-tissue or sports massage, used to relieve muscle tension, improve joint mobility and support recovery between training or rehabilitation sessions.

Considered for muscle tightness, minor joint stiffness, general recovery support for active individuals and athletes, or as a complement to a broader rehabilitation or pain-management programme.

The therapist assesses the affected area and applies a combination of soft-tissue and joint techniques matched to the presenting tightness, restriction or discomfort; a single session typically lasts 30-60 minutes, and a course of 3-6 sessions is common for ongoing issues.

Most patients notice reduced tension and improved ease of movement immediately after a session, with cumulative benefit for recurring tightness or stiffness over a short course of visits.