| Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is
used in the treatment of muscle, tendon or ligament
pain, swelling or spasms. Your Doctor will often incorporate
the use of physiotherapy modalities with other treatment
protocol to enhance or ensure your recovery.
Physiotherapy may include one of or a combination of the
following:
- Electrotherapy
(aka electric stim, interferrential, microcurrent) involves
the use of therapeutic electric current for the
purpose of reducing pain and swelling, to relax
muscle spasms, and to increase local blood
circulation. Russian stimulation is used for muscle stretching
and strengthening, muscle reeducation, and
increasing range of motion.
- Ultrasound has
been in medical use for over 45 years to treat soft
tissue ailments and pains such as bursitis and
muscle strain. Ultrasound is a sound wave using
various frequencies to penetrate tissues to decrease
swelling, reduce pain, and promote the body's
healing powers.
- Superficial Heat
is used to increase circulation, reduce joint
stiffness and relax muscle tension. This is often
performed through the use of hot moist packs or warm
moist towels.
- Cryotherapy is
the application of ice to constrict blood vessels
and reduce swelling, relax muscle spasms, and numb
painful tissues.
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