What to expect from Physiotherapy

At the initial treatment session, the physiotherapist will take a detailed account of the problem, followed by a physical assessment in order to make a clinical diagnosis. The most appropriate treatment will be discussed and given at your first appointment. You will be advised on the estimated recovery time and self management for a speedy return to full fitness.

The physiotherapist plays a vital role in healing, pain relief and rehabilitation following fractures, surgery, muscle, tendon, ligament and joint injuries. The treatment aims to correct and stimulate the bodies own natural healing processes without the use of medication.

Education and advice on how to manage the condition are fundamental to successful treatment. At Covent Garden we aim to keep the treatments to a minimum whilst assisting in the rehabilitation and self help advice.

If you want to find out more about Physiotherapy, please see the following links:

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapists www.csp.org.uk

Organisation of Chartered Physiotherapists in Private Practice www.physiofirst.org.uk