Treatment

[vc_column_text]Mobilization is a manual therapeutic technique that promotes movement in stagnant tissues and joints. By initiating small amounts of pressure to the affected area, the rate and amount of blood flow increases in and around the area due to the temporary inflammation. This will help initiate and promote the healing process of the affected soft tissues.

There are different types of Mobilizations which are effectively used based on the client’s requirement, at the SV Physiotherapy Mulligan and Maitland techniques are effectively used.[/vc_column_text]

[vc_column_text]Myofascial release is one of the soft tissue therapies employed at SV Physiotherapy for the treatment of pain, stiffness and immobility of skeletal muscles. This treatment technique helps to improve local haemodynamics, tissue rehydration and promote delivery of nutrients to the area thus relaxing contracted muscles, stimulate the stretch reflex in muscles and improve blood and lymphatic circulation. This combined effect helps in pain relief and improved movement.[/vc_column_text]

[vc_column_text]Acupuncture is part of a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that dates back to 1000 years BC. It is an integrated treatment approach employed by Physiotherapists in the management of pain and inflammation. Treatment is based on scientific research and clinical evidence that Acupuncture can reduce pain by stimulating the brain and spinal cord to produce natural pain-relieving chemicals such as endorphins, melatonin (which promotes sleep) and serotonin (to promote well-being), to name but a few. These chemicals assist the body’s healing processes and offer pain relief as a precursor to other treatments such as manual therapy or exercise in order to aid recovery.[/vc_column_text]

[vc_column_text]DeLateur defined therapeutic exercise as bodily movement prescribed to correct impairment, improve musculoskeletal function, or maintain a state of well-being.It may vary from highly selected activities restricted to specific muscles or parts of the body, to general and vigorous activities that can return a convalescing patient to the peak of physical condition.

Therapeutic exercise seeks to accomplish the following goals:
• Enable movement
• Release contracted muscles, tendons, and fascia
• Mobilize joints
• Improve circulation
• Improve respiratory capacity
• Improve coordination
• Reduce rigidity
• Improve balance
• Promote relaxation
• Improve muscle strength and, if possible, achieve and maintain maximal voluntary contractile force (MVC)
• Improve exercise performance and functional capacity (endurance)

The last 2 goals mirror an individual’s overall physical fitness, a state characterized by good muscle strength combined with good endurance. No matter which types of exercise may be needed initially and are applied to remedy a patient’s specific condition, the final goal of rehabilitation is to achieve, whenever possible, an optimal level of physical fitness by the end of the treatment regimen.

Types of therapeutic exercise:
Therapeutic exercises aimed at achieving and maintaining physical fitness fall into the following major categories:
• Endurance training
• Resistance training
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[vc_column_text]Electrophysical agents are used to bring about physiological effects, and it is these changes which bring about the therapeutic benefit. Clinical decisions based on the assessment and available evidence enable the most appropriate modality to be employed for a particular patient. Unsystematic use of electrotherapy is unlikely to yield significant benefit, however used at the right time; it has the potential to achieve beneficial effect. The management programme for patients which combines manual therapy, exercise therapy, electrotherapy and acupuncture based on current evidence will facilitate the most effective management of a patients’ dysfunction.[/vc_column_text]

[vc_column_text]In this section we will describe Strength training as part of a broad category of Therapeutic exercise.

Types of therapeutic exercise:
Therapeutic exercises aimed at achieving and maintaining physical fitness fall into the following major categories:

Endurance training
A program of Endurance training consists of 3 variables: Frequency of training, intensity of training, and duration of training. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommendsthe following:

Frequency of training– Aerobic exercise 3-5 days per week
Intensity of training – 64/70-94% of maximum heart rate (HR max), or 40/50-85% of maximum oxygen uptake reserve (VO2 R) or heart rate reserve (HRR)
Duration of training – Continuous or intermittent aerobic activity for 20-60 minutes (minimum of 10min bouts accumulated throughout the day)

Resistance training
Resistance training increases strength, walking speed, stair-climbing power, balance, and lean body mass and decreases regional and total fat mass. This type of exercise generally exists in 3 forms: isotonic, isometric, and isokinetic.
Flexibility training
Flexibility exercises can aid in improving and maintaining range of motion in a joint or a series of joints. They should be performed in a slow, controlled manner, with a gradual progression made to greater ranges of motion. There are 3 main types of stretching techniques: static, dynamic, and PNF.

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[vc_column_text]Due to the current work environment and stress over time, poor posture may be caused by habits from everyday activities such as sitting in office chairs, using the computer, holding a cell phone, driving, prolonged standing, carrying small children, or even sleeping. This can result in injuries causing pain, discomfort and disability if left untreated.

It is important to have a work station assessment carried out and changes made appropriately to prevent injuries that can have lasting effect on health and wellbeing. At SV Physiotherapy we provide appropriate advice and exercises to prevent injuries due to poor posture at work and home.[/vc_column_text]

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[vc_column_text]The Word YOGA originated from the ancient Sanskrit word YUJ which means to bind or to merge or to integrate. Binding of mind, body and soul by exercise is yoga practice.

Yoga encompasses Meditation, Pranayama (breathing exercises) and Asanas (postures).If practiced in a systematic method regularly it has many beneficial effects such as maintaining good health, reducing aches and pains of various joints, increase function of various hormonal glands, maintain tone of muscles , improve concentration and many more..

At SV Physiotherapy Yoga Therapy is used in conjunction with physiotherapy and exercise to prevent recurrence of problem and maintain healthier life style.[/vc_column_text]