Physiotherapy Victoria BC

If you’ve ever  had an injury, accident or pulled a tendon while running, you may have been told to visit a physiotherapist in Victoria BC. But what is a physiotherapist? Who do they help?

To develop their expertise, physiotherapists study anatomy, neuroscience and physiology and will achieve advanced diplomas, certificates, degrees, and other professional designations.

Physiotherapists are clinical professionals who help restore, maintain and increase your strength, function, and movement, and they do this through a deep understanding of the body’s physiology, and by using exercise, inspiring motivation, and working special equipment tailored to the needs of each of their patients.

What should you expect on your first visit?

On your first visit your physiotherapist reviews your injury or condition and plans a treatment program for you.

This includes the following:
• You are asked questions about your present condition and health history.
• A physical examination is done to assess your injury or condition-this can sometimes temporarily increase your pain.
• Your physiotherapist reviews with you what was found during the assessment & discusses the recommended treatment goals & program.

Physio treatments:

• Prevent and treat sports injuries
• Restore and work to increase the range of motion in joints
• Increase spatial coordination
• Educate their clients about how to use canes, crutches and wheelchairs
• Help injured individuals return to work and daily activities

Physio equipment can include:

• Cold Laser/TENS/Ultrasound
• Decompression Table
• Shockwave Therapy
• Rehab gym facility
• weights/balls etc.

For more information, please contact our Physiotherapists at Diversified Health.