

Physiotherapy treatment of injuries and disabilities
Physiotherapy has a vital role to play in the treatment of injuries and disabilities. It involves a programme of exercises designed to help people with debilitating conditions enjoy an active and independent life by preventing and relieving movement disorders, improving physical strength and stamina and reducing the risks of injury and deformity. Physiotherapy is particularly useful for managing stiffness, balance, spasticity, tremors and spasms.
Evidence suggests that many people with chronic disabling conditions are not receiving physiotherapy and as a consequence are experiencing greater problems with their posture and mobility.
Physiotherapy should ideally
commence as soon as possible
following diagnosis, attacks, relapses, flare-ups or exacerbations to allow you to reach your
full potential and limit the
severity and progression of your symptoms.
Exercise can be the last thing you want to do when you are fatigued, in pain or debilitated. However, exercising is one of the best ways to achieve:-
a better range of movement and joint mobility
increased muscle strength
less pain and stiffness
increased energy
A good exercise programme will incorporate three types of exercise: range of movement, strengthening and aerobic exercises.
range of movement exercises help maintain flexibility, strength and good posture
strengthening exercises help strengthen the muscles which support your joints
aerobic exercises are ones that raise your heart rate and strengthen your heart.
These exercises allow your muscles to work more efficiently.
You will be treated with a hands on approach and will be taught and shown how to help yourself to regain movement and co-ordination.
Other Therapies offered by RAMS
If you require any information regarding our other therapies please follow the links listed below. These therapies can be provided as stand-alone treatments or as suplementry treatments to all our other therapies, including any ongoing medical treatments provided by your doctor or consultant. Note: permission by your doctor or consultant is required.