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7 Reasons Why Physiotherapy Is Beneficial

Dr. Abhishtita Mudunuri

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It is a common misconception that physiotherapy is reserved for athletes or those recovering from an injury. The truth is that this treatment can provide relief to people of all ages suffering from different diseases or injuries. With physiotherapy, one can hope to restore their physical condition prior to the pain and lead an active and healthy life.

To reduce pain

If you are experiencing persistent pain that is affecting your day-to-day activities, then it is a sign that you need to see a physiotherapist. Physiotherapy consists of therapeutic exercises and techniques that can help restore joint and muscle function to reduce pain. Also, such therapies can prevent the pain from returning.

To maintain balance

Your inner ears are responsible for maintaining the body’s balance and any issues with your inner ears can lead to symptoms such as vertigo, dizziness or balance disturbance. A physiotherapy session comprising of head, neck and eye exercises, can help better your inner ear problems.

To improve mobility

If you’re facing difficulty when you’re standing or walking, physiotherapy can prove to be a boon. A physiotherapist will help you with stretching and strengthening exercises that can help restore your mobility.

To recover from a sports injury

Physiotherapy can help reduce any pain and inflammation from a sports injury. Ir can also improve flexibility, coordination and minimise the risk of future injuries. It can also help in maintaining cardiovascular fitness when you have left the sport.

To recover from a stroke

One may lose some degree of movement and function after a stroke. Sessions with a physiotherapist can improve the gait and balance of the patient so that they can move around better and be more independent in doing day-to-day activities.

To manage diabetes

Physiotherapy sessions can help manage blood sugar in people with diabetes. A physiotherapist can help improve your ability to move and reduce pain. It can also help relieve skin problems and tingling sensation in the feet that occur due to diabetes.

To manage women’s health conditions

Physiotherapy offers specialized management of women’s health issues such as urinary incontinence, pelvic/vaginal pain, osteoporosis, rehabilitation after breast surgery, prenatal and postpartum musculoskeletal pain etc.

Other conditions that can be managed with physiotherapy

Sciatica
Arthritis
Cerebral palsy
Fractures
Hip/knee replacements
Neurological conditions
Parkinson’s disease
Spinal cord injury and more

Your city’s best physiotherapists are now online! No more waiting at the centres or travelling. You can now take physical therapy sessions online from the comfort of your home. Download the MFine app and consult a physiotherapist on chat/call/video call today.

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Dr. Abhishtita Mudunuri

Dr. Abhishtita Mudunuri is an Internal Medicine Physician Diabetologist with over 10 years of experience in treating lifestyle disorders like Diabetes, Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, etc. She has worked previously at Columbia Asia, Sunshine Hospitals, and Apollo Group of Hospitals. Currently, she is working as a Senior Manager and Diabetologist at MFine.

7 Reasons Why Physiotherapy Is Beneficial

To reduce pain

To maintain balance

To improve mobility

To recover from a sports injury

To recover from a stroke

To manage diabetes

To manage women’s health conditions

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