Physiotherapist at Ethiopia

22/07/2024

Benefits of physiotherapy
Pain management with reduced need for opioids.
avoiding surgery.
improved mobility and movement.
recovery from injury or trauma.
recovery from stroke or paralysis.
fall prevention.
improved balance.
management of age-related medical problems.

22/07/2024

8 Interesting Facts about Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy was established after World War One

During WW1, thousands of Canadian soldiers were injured and lost part of their function and/or mobility. As a result, Canadian physicians developed this therapeutic modality to help these patients restore their previous physical features.

Physiotherapy can be helpful to treat Obesity and related complications

When you hear the word, “physiotherapy”, you probably imagine people who got injured during a motor vehicle accidents or patients who survived a stroke but lost part of their function. What you wouldn’t think is that physiotherapy can be offered to treat obese patients who deal with weight-related complications, such as sleep apnea and stiffness.

In addition to offering physical therapy sessions, many times a nutritionist assists by creating a diet plan to reduce symptoms.

Vertigo can be treated with Physiotherapy

Vertigo is most commonly caused by an ear infection that messes up the vestibular system, which is essential for maintaining your balance.

Patients often present with dizziness, nausea, and vomiting, which all can be treated with physiotherapy.

Physical Therapy has been around for a long time!

According to historians, physiotherapy has been around for thousands of years. In fact, it is believed that this treatment was used in 460 BC for the first time by the “father of medicine, Hippocrates, who took advantage of water therapy to treat patients.

Physiotherapy is not just for physical injuries!

Contrary to popular belief, physiotherapy can be used to improve cognition, mood, and the overall emotional status of patients.

This statement is backed up by many published papers in the medical literature.

Physical Therapy is a great pre- and post-op routine

Physical therapy is considered a great tool to prepare for an upcoming surgical procedure, as well as to recover from surgery. However, Patients should consult with their surgeon about the need for it.

08/09/2021

Today is world physiotherapy day, September 8
World Physical Therapy Day 2021 focuses on rehabilitation and Long COVID and the role of physical therapists in the management and treatment of people affected by Long COVID

01/06/2021

16/12/2020

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17/05/2020

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17/05/2020

Ten unhelpful LBR Beliefs that are common, culturally endorsed and not supported by evidence.
Myth 1: LBP is usually a serious medical condition.
Myth 2: LBP will become persistent and deteriorate in later life.
Myth 3: Persistent LBP is always related to tissue damage.
Myth 4: Scans are always needed to detect the cause of LBP.
Myth 5: Pain related to exercise and movement is always a warning that harm is being done to the spine and a signal to stop or modify activity.
Myth 6: LBP is caused by poor posture when sitting, standing and lifting.
Myth 7: LBP is caused by weak 'core' muscles and having a strong core protects against future LBP.
Myth 8: Repeated spinal loading results in ‘wear and tear’ and tissue damage.
Myth 9: Pain flare- ups are a sign of tissue damage and require rest.
Myth 10: Treatments such as strong medications, injections and surgery are effective, and necessary, to treat LBP.

Helpful facts about LBP

Once red flags and serious pathology are excluded, evidence supports that:
Fact 1: LBP is not a serious life- threatening medical condition.
Fact 2: Most episodes of LBP improve and LBP does not get worse as we age.
Fact 3: A negative mindset, fear- avoidance behaviour, negative recovery expectations, and poor pain coping behaviours are more strongly associated with persistent pain than is tissue damage.
Fact 4: Scans do not determine prognosis of the current episode of LBP, the likelihood of future LBP disability, and do not improve LBP clinical outcomes.
Fact 5: Graduated exercise and movement in all directions is safe and healthy for the spine.
Fact 6: Spine posture during sitting, standing and lifting does not predict LBP or its persistence.
Fact 7: A weak core does not cause LBP, and some people with LBP tend to over tense their ‘core’ muscles. While it is good to keep the trunk muscles strong, it is also helpful to relax them when they aren’t needed.
Fact 8: Spine movement and loading is safe and builds structural resilience when it is graded.
Fact 9: Pain flare-ups are more related to changes in activity, stress and mood rather than structural damage.
Fact 10: Effective care for LBP is relatively cheap and safe. This includes: education that is patient- centred and fosters a positive mindset, and coaching people to optimise their physical and mental health (such as engaging in physical activity and exercise, social activities, healthy sleep habits and body weight, and remaining in employment).

15/05/2020

What are the signs of an outdated therapist?

How do you know if a therapist does stay current with the research literature? Below are 18 signs that your therapist does not stay current with the research, and that the therapist most likely provides low-quality treatments and care that is sub-optimal.

If your therapist proposes to “fix” or "correct” some part of you…..

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that any of your muscles are “switched off” …..

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes to “activate” some part of you…..

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes to “reset” some part of you…..

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that your pain are due to something called “crossed syndrome” …..

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that any of your muscles are “switched off” …..

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".That is strike…

If your therapist proposes to do something with your “fascia” and “correcting” it…

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes to make you better by using “cups” that are sucking your flesh….

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes to make you better by using “needles” that are puncturing your flesh….

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that your pain are due to something called “trigger” points or “knots”

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that your pain are due “bad” and poor posture…

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that your pain are due to having a “weak core”…

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that your neck pain are due to having a “textneck”…

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that your pain are due to having “instability”…

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that your pain are due to having “wrong or “bad” movement”…

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes that your pain is due to having “faulty movement patterns”…

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes to make you better by using ultrasound, that will help with your pain...

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist proposes to make you better by using an laser, that will help with your pain...

That is a strike, and the therapist is out"dated".

If your therapist had one single "strike", you should be looking for another therapist. A therapist that does stay current with the research literature and provides care based upon our best understanding and the current scientific knowledge.

This post is an adaptation of a post made by The kettelbell physio and The Fysio Neuralyzer

Credit Lars Avemarie

06/12/2019

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24/11/2019

Web resourse recommendation for physiotherapists

http://www.physio-pedia.com/

This website is a free comprehensive online reference written for physiotherapists. You can also take online physiotherapy courses in this website.

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