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ORTHOPEDIC PHYSIOTHERAPY


  • Orthopedic physiotherapy      refers to a way of treatment of injuries &disorder related to the skeletal system like associated muscles ,joints,bones,ligaments,tendons & connective tissue.
  • Orthopedic physiotherapist treat any condition that affects our ability to move or function physically in our daily life. 
  • Orthopedic physical therapy can be primary or complementary treatment option for the musculoskeletal condition like arthritis ,bursitis,joint pain,lower back pain,scoliosis,planter fascitis,muscular dystrophy.




  • After surgery like-hip & knee replacement,knee arthoscopy,rotaror cuff repair ,orthopedic physical therapy may help reduce pain,improve range of motion,normalize walking & prevent excessive scar tissue buildup .it may also help regaine balance,strength & mobility.

  • Orthopedic physical therapy can help an acute injury like-sprain,tear meniscus or ligament as a result of single trauma of the body.A chronic injury like-carpal tunnel syndrome,tennis elbow,small repetitive injuries to tendons,bones or joints are treated by orthopedic physiotherapist.

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