What does a physiotherapist do?

Physiotherapists have a deep understanding of how the human body works, so they can assess the nature and cause of your problem. They identify the problem by assessing your physical abilities, including your joint mobility, strength, muscle tone and endurance, reflexes, and posture. Physiotherapy includes rehabilitation, as well as prevention of injury, and promotion of health and fitness.

Physiotherapists adopt a holistic approach to health and well being of a person. A successful physiotherapist  requires an active involvement and support of the patient concerned.Physiotherapists often work in teams with other health professionals to help meet an individual's health care needs.Physiotherapists work with patients of all ages who have problems with their muscles, bones, joints, neurological system (brain, nerves, spinal cord), respiratory system (lungs), circulatory system (blood vessels), or cardiac system (heart).

After making a diagnosis, your physiotherapist will develop and implement a treatment plan to suit your needs. Physiotherapists can also give you helpful tips on posture and healthy living and show you exercises to improve your physical fitness.Physiotherapy can also help persons suffering from chronic conditions such as back pain, asthma etc. Sports persons, athletes and expectant mothers can also benefit from physiotherapy.

Most of the physiotherapits work 

• Hospitals or acute care facilities
• Rehabilitation centres
• Long term care facilities
• Home care programs 
• Public health units 
• Private clinics 
• Schools 
• Child development centres 
• Industry 
• Recreation centres 
• Sports clinics and facilities 
• Universities