Physiotherapy

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To Book Physiotherapy Please Contact:

Corinna Dennison Physiotherapy

07541 353582

Dr Chris Norris Physiotherapy

contact@drchrisnorris.co.uk

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is a scientific, evidence based hands on profession assessing and treating a range of health issues. Some of the conditions we can help with: 

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Joint pains - acute injuries, repetitive strain injuries, arthritis, frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis), knee pains

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Spinal pain - chronic non specific/mechanical pain, acute spinal pain - prolapsed disc, sciatica, whiplash injuries

This list is not exhaustive, if you have an ailment and want to know if we can help please contact Pure Balance Pilates on 07946 243330 or email purebalancepilates@gmail.com

What to expect?

A detailed assessment will be undertaken to establish the underlying cause of your problem. Treatment planning is done with you and is aimed at promoting healing, restoring function and correcting muscle imbalances. Treatment is likely to include guidance on managing your pain, ergonomics and addressing daily or sporting stresses on the body.

Exercise prescription allows you to self treat and have more control of your body/symptoms. Treatment may also include manual therapy (joint mobilisations, soft tissue techniques), electrotherapy (ultrasound, interferential, TNS, combined therapy), taping or a course of acupuncture.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine that dates back thousands of years and has become increasingly popular in the Western world. It can work well as an adjunct to physiotherapy. There are studies to look at the effects of acupuncture and theories include:

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The pain gate theory - stimulation of nerves to block pain signals to the brain

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Release of hormones such as serotonin, endorphins and melatonin, promoting the bodies own way of managing pain, relaxing, improving sleep and promoting the feeling of well being

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Release of trigger points to alleviate tension in specific muscles.

What to expect?

A detailed medical history and history of your current complaint will be taken. Fine (disposable) needles are inserted into specific points in the body. They are twisted and stimulated gently to encourage a good treatment response. Treatment is performed by a qualified clinician.

Acupuncture is not suitable for everyone and will not be used in:

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Uncontrollable limb movements

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Into limbs that have lymphedema

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Certain points during pregnancy

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In areas where relaxation of muscles could prove detrimental - ie potential spinal cord compression

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Needling over scars or recent surgical sites

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Into joints where clients are on medication to thin the blood