Wikipedia: Physiotherapy / Physical Therapy - a full explanation

Physiotherapy is a holistic approach to healthcare and plays a vital part in pain relief and rehabilitation in most medical and surgical conditions.

A Chartered Physiotherapist is trained to treat the whole body by stimulating natural healing mechanisms without the use of drugs or surgery and to restore the patient to optimum functional ability.

Here at Hayes Physio, your Physiotherapist will assess the nature and actual site of the problem and relate it to you as a whole, before making a skilled diagnosis.

We will explain fully to you the most appropriate form of treatment to be undertaken and this will be reviewed at every session.

Due to extensive training, Chartered Physiotherapist are uniquely suited to advise and treat problems affecting all aystems of the body in all age groups, from birth to the elderly.

Some of our Physiotherapists have special experience in treating children with disabilities and problems.

We can treat the following treatments at the Hayes Physiotherapy Clinic.

Spinal Problems: Slipped Disc, Back Pain, Lumbago, Sciatica, Stiff/Painful Necks and referred Arm and Leg Pain, Whiplash Injuries and Spondylosis.

Joint Problems: Osteo-Arthiritis, Rheumatoid Arthitritis, Ankylosing Sponylitis, Pain, Swelling or Stiffness in Joints e.g. Frozen Shoulders.

Injuries to: Ligaments, Muscles, Tendons e.g. Sprains and Strains, Tennis Elbow, Achilies Tendinitis, Bursitis.

Fractures and Dislocations: Treatments may be given during the healing process and to restore function once the bones and soft tissue have healed.

Diseases of the Nervous System: Strokes, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons Disease, Shingles, Cerebal Palsy.

Chest Complaints: Pneumonia, Cystic Fibrosis, Bronchitis, Bronchiectasis, Emphysema and Asthma.

Sports Injuries: All Sports Injuries can be treated and advice given on training schedules and improving techniques.

Other Conditions: At the Hayes Clinic we can also help with M.E. also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, R.S.I also known as Repetitive Strain Injury and other work related issues.

Corporate Issues: As part of our program to assist employers meet Health and Safety at work policies, we can also assist in posture assesment and give practical advice.

We can also also provide laser therapy treatment for Wounds, Ulcers and Skin Conditions.

The Hayes Physiotherapy Clinic is Recognised by all Major Health Insurers