Knowra Physical therapy Physical therapy Physical therapy is treatment that uses movement, exercise, hands-on techniques, and functional training to improve mobility, reduce pain, and support physical ability.
Therapeutic exercise : Planned physical activity prescribed to improve strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, or function. Exercise builds capacities that physical therapy measures and applies to daily tasks.
Orthopedic physical therapy : Physical therapy focused on musculoskeletal conditions, including injuries, joint disorders, and recovery after surgery. It addresses many movement limitations caused by bone, joint, and muscle problems.
Range of motion : The extent through which a joint or body part can move. Joint mobility is one measurable component of physical function.
Occupational therapy : A health profession that helps people participate in meaningful daily activities through adaptation and skill development. It overlaps with physical therapy but often emphasizes participation in daily occupations.
Evidence-based practice : Clinical decision-making that integrates research evidence, professional expertise, and a patient's values and circumstances. Therapy choices should reflect evidence alongside individual goals and clinical judgment.
Manual therapy : Hands-on techniques used by clinicians to address pain, mobility, and soft-tissue or joint restrictions. Therapists may combine hands-on care with active movement and exercise.
Neurological rehabilitation : Treatment intended to improve function after disorders or injuries affecting the nervous system. Neurological conditions can disrupt movement, balance, coordination, and independence.
Muscle strength : The capacity of a muscle or muscle group to generate force. Strength testing helps identify impairments and guide exercise dosage.
Chiropractic : A health profession centered on disorders of the musculoskeletal system, often using spinal manipulation. Its professional scope and typical treatment emphasis differ from physical therapy.
Physical therapy access : The availability and affordability of physical therapy services for people who need them. Cost, geography, referral rules, and workforce supply shape access to rehabilitation.
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