It’s well documented how much of a positive effect physiotherapy can have on your physical health. The release of pent-up pressure and pain as a result of an injury or similar can breathe a new lease of life into any patient. But did you know what the specific benefits of physiotherapy are?
Here at The Orchard Clinic, we’ve seen firsthand how much of an impact the right physiotherapy can have on our patients. Not only do they find that their physical health improves, but their overall quality of life takes an upward turn. Throughout the course of this blog, discover how physiotherapy can help improve your life.
Pain Relief and Management
Of course, when you’re considering “how does physiotherapy help”, the first thing that will come to mind is it’s a great way to manage pain and provide relief. Physiotherapy is often the go-to choice for people who have suffered a sporting injury and wish to start their rehabilitation so they can get back to doing what they love. But we also find that those suffering from chronic illnesses often opt for regular physiotherapy sessions to manage their pain, allowing them to live their day-to-day lives a little more easily.
Improved Breathing
In some cases, poor posture can lead to laboured breathing. This is due to not being able to open up the diaphragm fully. With the appropriate physio, your posture will improve, therefore opening up your diaphragm, allowing you to breathe more easily. It is no secret that being able to breathe without feeling any sort of pain is key to a good quality of life.
If you have trouble breathing, it is important that you visit your GP or hospital before seeking physiotherapy help.
Increased Mobility and Flexibility
Another one of the biggest reasons our patients seek our physiotherapy is to increase their mobility and flexibility. If you are refraining from walking or moving properly, you run the risk of reducing your mobility and flexibility. Regular physiotherapy sessions will allow you to walk and move more freely.
Boosted Mood and Wellbeing
It is one of the most underappreciated benefits of physiotherapy. While many assume the only reason people get physiotherapy help is to manage and alleviate body pains, and that is not strictly untrue, the relief our patients feel after their course of appointments has an incredible impact on their mental wellbeing.
If you consider how long some people may have been living with their pains and aches, stopping them from doing certain things or activities, you can easily imagine the increase in quality of life when they are able to get back to doing the things they love.
Ready to Book your Physiotherapy?
Are you ready to reap the rewards of a cluster of physiotherapy appointments? If you want to learn more about how our treatments can help you with your aches and pains, why not get in touch with us? Our team here at The Orchard Clinic has helped patients in Reading and across Berkshire manage their pain and provide much-appreciated relief. Head to our treatments and therapies to learn more.
