What does a physio do?

What does a physio do?

Physiotherapists diagnose and manage a broad range of conditions with the bones, muscles, cardiovascular system, nerves and other parts and systems of the body. They can help people to manage chronic diseases, give lifestyle advice, prescribe exercises and aids to help people manage better, and give advice.

Is a physio a real doctor?

Yes, physiotherapists who complete advanced studies can be called a doctor.

What are the 4 types of physiotherapy?

Keep reading to know the different physiotherapy types that you can receive.

• Sports Physiotherapy. Sports physiotherapy is a special branch of physiotherapy that deals with sports professionals and athletes. ...
• Rehabilitation and Pain Management. ...
• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.

What is medical physio?

What is Physiotherapy? Physiotherapy is treatment to restore, maintain, and make the most of a patient's mobility, function, and well-being. Physiotherapy helps through physical rehabilitation, injury prevention, and health and fitness. Physiotherapists get you involved in your own recovery.

What is the cost of physiotherapy?

There are several factors that determine physiotherapy cost like the duration of the session, criticality of the problem and type of physiotherapy offered. Physiotherapy charges also vary from city to city and from metros to rural areas. Usually the price ranges anywhere from 2 INR.

What can a physio diagnose?

When is physiotherapy used?

• bones, joints and soft tissue – such as back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain and sports injuries.
• brain or nervous system – such as movement problems resulting from a stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS) or Parkinson's disease.
• heart and circulation – such as rehabilitation after a heart attack.

What courses do you need for physiotherapy?

To become a physiotherapist you will need to take a four year Bachelor degree in physiotherapy or a five year double degree....Physiotherapy courses include:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy.
• Bachelor of Applied Science (physiotherapy)
• Bachelor of Science (physiotherapy)
• Bachelor of Physiotherapy/Bachelor of Exercise Science.

Is physiotherapy a paramedical course?

Physiotherapists will no longer be considered in Paramedical," says senior Physiotherapist of AYUSH Department Dr Anant Gaur. ... It is a contentment for the physiotherapists that it will no longer be a part of paramedical."

Is myotherapy the same as physiotherapy?

The most important thing to understand is that Myotherapy (from an education standpoint) is an advanced diploma of remedial massage. This generally means myotherapists are more hands on than physiotherapists, as most of their education and experience is based in massage and manual therapies.

Which type of physiotherapy is best?

Orthopaedic physiotherapy is the most common form of physical therapy. It deals with the broadest range of issues. Sports physiotherapists use orthopaedic therapy to treat sports injuries. Still, we recommend this type of treatment for anybody recovering from surgeries involving their muscles or bones.