What is Rehab Physio?
Rehabilitation physiotherapy, also known as rehab physio, aims to restore physical function and well-being after an injury, illness, or surgery. The overall goal is to return patients to their pre-injury or pre-surgery state. Physiotherapists employ various techniques, including hands-on therapy and clinical exercises, to help individuals regain strength, flexibility, and mobility.
It can also be used in the long-term management of chronic conditions and in preventing further impairments, helping individuals to live with their limitations while maintaining their functional abilities.
Why Might I Need Rehab Physio?
There are many reasons why you may be recommended for rehab physio Canberra, including:
Pre-Operative Rehab
Building strength and mobility before surgery may help to enhance your recovery and ensure the best possible outcomes.
Post-Operative Rehab
Recovering from surgery requires expert guidance. We work closely with your surgeon to provide a tailored program.
Work Injury Rehab
We offer Workplace Rehabilitation Sessions to help you recover from an injury and return to work smoothly and safely.
Motor Vehicle Injury Rehab
We can guide you through your recovery after a car accident, helping you to regain movement, strength, and confidence.
Sports Injury Rehab
We assess, treat, and rehabilitate sports injuries to help you recover faster and return to your sport stronger than ever.
Aged Care Rehab
The elderly may require rehab for many reasons, from fall recovery to incontinence deconditioning.
Neurological Rehab
Common neurological conditions we see include stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, and multiple sclerosis.
Musculoskeletal Rehab
Some of the conditions that may benefit from rehab include back or neck pain, muscle or joint pain, headaches, sciatica, and arthritis.
Orthopaedic Rehab
You may be sent for rehab after reconstructions or replacements of your knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, and so on.
Treatments Used in Rehab Physio
Your physiotherapist may use a variety of techniques as part of your rehabilitation. They will assess your condition and determine the best treatments based on your current needs and overall fitness goals. Some of the treatments we may recommend include:
- Manual therapy (such as remedial massage, trigger point release, and joint mobilisation and manipulation)
- Exercise therapy (such as weight training and reformer pilates)
- Hydrotherapy
- Electrotherapy (such as ultrasound, TENS, and electrical muscle stimulation)
- Dry needling
- Patient education
- Ergonomic assessment to identify factors that may contribute to pain or injury, and recommendations on adjustments to avoid this
- Prescription of aids and supports
- Hot and cold therapy
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What We Rehabilitate at Active Recovery
We can provide rehab physio for almost any part of the body. Give us a call or book a consultation to discuss your specific condition in more detail, and we’ll advise whether we’re able to help.
Head and Neck
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Whiplash
- Headaches
- TMJ dysfunction
Shoulder
- Rotator cuff injuries or tears
- Frozen shoulder
- Dislocation or instability
Elbow
- Tennis elbow
- Golfer’s elbow
- Fractures or dislocations
Wrist and Hand
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Fractures or sprains
- Arthritis
Upper and Lower Back
- Herniated or bulging discs
- Sciatica
- Postural pain
- Scoliosis
Hip and Pelvis
- Pelvic floor dysfunction (ie incontinence)
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
Knee
- Runner’s knee
- Osteoarthritis
- ACL, MCL, or meniscus injuries
Ankle and Foot
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Plantar fasciitis
- Fractures or sprains
Core and Abdomen
- Diastasis recti
- Hernia
- Core weakness or instability
Your Rehab Physio Questions Answered
The best outcomes tend to be achieved when patients start rehab as soon as possible after an injury, illness, or surgery. If you know that you’ll be having surgery, pre-operative rehab is recommended to ensure that your body is well-prepared for the procedure.
There is no one-size-fits-all response to this. It depends entirely on your condition, whether it’s chronic or acute, your body’s response to rehab, and how much work you’re willing to put in. In some cases, such as after a stroke, rehab is required for the long term.
Rehab can’t reverse the damage caused by illness or trauma. Instead, it helps restore an individual to optimal health, function, and well-being despite this. Physiotherapists work to improve your quality of life by alleviating pain, restoring function, and lessening the effects of dysfunction.
No, a referral is not generally needed to see a physiotherapist (however, if you have one, be sure to bring it along with you). Your sessions may be covered by TAC, WorkSafe ACT, or Medicare if you have a relevant claim, otherwise, they may be covered by your private health insurance.
Why Choose Active Recovery?
Longer Consultations
We offer appropriate consultation times, ranging from 60 to 90 minutes for initial consults and from 30 to 60 minutes for subsequent sessions.
Patient Empowerment
Our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We care about you and what’s important to you. We’re here to listen to your story and help you however we can.
Care Made Simple
Navigating the health system can be tricky, which is why we’re committed to providing the most up-to-date information in an easily digestible way.
What to Expect During Rehab Physio
Using this information and your goals with rehab, we’ll work together to determine the most suitable course of action. This may include a variety of treatments or even a referral to another specialist. Rest assured that you’ll be involved in the decision-making process.
It’s then time to get started with your rehab program. Initially, the focus will be on relieving your symptoms, then we’ll move on to addressing the cause of your symptoms through targeted rehabilitation, and finally, we’ll go beyond recovery by helping you to build long-term resilience.
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