When should you see a physiotherapist?
How do I know I need to see a physiotherapist? There is most likely a reason you are asking this question right now…something is bothering you. We’re here to help. Let’s start with the basics:
5 simple signs you should consider seeing a physiotherapist:
- Pain that keeps recurring or new pain that is not going away
You might have suffered an injury that has resulted in recurring pain, or you might be in a position If the pain recurs, it can become chronic. This type of pain needs an evaluation by a certified physiotherapist, followed by a suitable rehabilitation programme to suit you.
- Lack of Balance
Lack of balance often stems from problems in the ear, which causes vertigo, dizziness and the inability to simply maintain balance.
- Experiencing lack of mobility
This could be a decline in your flexibility or lack of smoothness or ease in your movements. You may benefit from seeing a physiotherapist. Physiotherapists can assess the problem and provide a series of exercises to strengthen the supporting tissues and relax the muscles allowing you to slowly increase your flexibility.
- Pain in the form of numbness, tingling or ‘pins and needles’
If you experience a loss of sensation, tingling or ‘pins and needles’ sensation in certain areas or when you do a certain movement, it may be worth getting advice from a certified physiotherapist.
- A pain with a specific movement
When you say “It hurts when I do this (bend over/reach down/move this way)” then it’s time to see a physiotherapist An example of this could be a certain pain when lifting your arm or sitting at your desk etc.
Want to know more about what a physiotherapist does? Read this quick summary.
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