ARTHRITIS

Rx
Pain releif with anti-inflammatory modilities such as laser, ultrasound & interferential or micro currents.

Range of Motion Maintenance
Manual Therapy, Exercise

Strengthening
Muscle stimulation with specific exercises, gym exercises

Management
Home exercise program; posture & positioning; advise on bracing, orthotics & home pain relief

SPRAINS & STRAINS

Pain & Inflammation Relief
Ice, Heat or Whirlpool, Ultrasound, Laser, Interferential or Mirco Current, Traction

Restoration of Mobility
Progressive Range of Motion exercises, manual therapy

Restoration of Strength
Biofeedback, muscle stimulation, graduated strengthening exercises, gym program

Management
Sport/Work modification, taping/bracing, posture corrections, home exercise program

POST-SURGERY & FRACTURES

Rx to follow surgeon's protocol

Pain Relief
Ice, heat, whirlpool, anti-inflammatory modalities, electro-magnetic field therapy.

Range of Motion
Manual therapy, progresssive exercises

Strength Training
Biofeedback, muscle stimulation, gym exercises.

Pool Program

Gait Training

Management
Home exercisee regime, return to function advice

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DISORDERS

Ongoing liason with G.F. Strong, Child Development Centre, etc.

Gait Training, Transfers, Positioning, Developmental Screening.

Range of Motion
Stretches, active/assisted exercises

Strength
Biofeedback & muscle stimulation, exercises, therapy ball and gym exercises

Balance/co-ordination training

Pool Therapy

Home management/exercises
Equipment assessment & prescription

WOMEN'S HEALTH

Stress Incontinence
External muscle-stimulation & recruitment of weak muscles. Pelvic floor exercises & core stability exercise program. Innova home muscle stimulation.

Osteoporosis
Measurement of Spinal Curves. Posture Correction. Exercise Program and Activity/Sport Advice

Post-Natal Program Strengthening Program for Pelvic Floor Muscles

DIZZINESS

Assessment to determine cause of symptoms ie. positionally related, spontaneous or delayed signs

Exercises to stimulate the vestibular system to comensate for loss of stability

*Most, but not all, causes of dizziness are treatable

INTRODUCTION

Here you will find just a small sampling of the range of resources Abbotsford Physiotherapy can bring to bear on a small selection of the ailments we treat.

Depending on the results of the assessment of your ailment performed on your first visit to us, your specific treatment regime may differ from the samples outlined here.

Remember, an initial assesssment of your ailment is as close as the phone. To make an appointment phone (604) 854-6310.