Physiotherapy
What you need to know.Physiotherapy In Bolton
Here at the Deansgate Osteopathic Clinic all our Physiotherapists are registered with the Health Professional Council (HPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP)
Most people know about Physiotherapy, with the two most popular areas of treatment known are sports injury treatment and as an outpatient service for hospitals and doctors for injuries such as backpain, sciatica etc.
Its regarded by doctors as one of the primary treatments for muscular skeletal condition, it comes from a long history of physical therapy modules and is concerned about the way the body functions, and using a physical therapy based approach, look to restore physical and functional balance.
Today physiotherapy has developed many approaches to the treatment. Physio’s as there commonly called will consider why the injury came about, the maintaining factors such as work practise, posture or disability, a treatment plan is then formulated.
Physiotherapist uses various physical approaches such as mobility, soft tissue work and exercises for rehabilitation.
An important role of our physiotherapist is to impart the knowledge and necessary skills for you to take responsibility to improve and maintain your own health without complex routines and programs, and where possible at your convenience at home.
Physiotherapists are trained to diagnose problems in the joints and soft tissues of the body, and will carry out a comprehensive assessment and treatment plan for your particular problem. Physiotherapy for your injuries or your low back pain etc provides a wide range of treatments to relieve pain, promote relaxation and restore movement. They include manipulation, mobilisation and massage. Exercise may also be used to increase general fitness or to strengthen muscles which support the spine. If you are prone to back pain, a physiotherapist can also offer preventative advice.
Physiotherapy in our Bolton clinic is provided by experienced physios using various approaches such as:
Mobilisation
Manipulation
Soft tissue release
Muscle energy techniques
Body massage
Sports Massage
Orthotics
Stretching and exercise progression
Advice on lifestyle management
Physiotherapists work closely with doctors and other therapists referring when necessary and are more than happy to write reports for other therapists and doctors informing what they have found, treated and any recommendations. We also work with solicitors and accident case management consultants where there may be insurance involvement such as a road traffic accident.
Physiotherapy Costs
Initial consultation & treatment 45 minute to 1 hour £40.00
Follow up treatment 30 minutes £35.00
Concessionary discounts costs for OAP’s, Students and unemployed, recognised by all major insurance companies BUPA, AXA PPP, WPA please check you terms and conditions as some insurance companies charge you an excess.
Telephone No.01204 522133
