How Physiotherapy Can Accelerate The Recovery Process
Physiotherapy has become a lot more popular in the last couple of years. It is now widely used for treating different types of injuries. It may be used as a standalone treatment or combined with other therapeutic practices to facilitate the recovery process. Using a holistic approach, physiotherapy caters to the patient’s overall health and well-being, strengthening the body so that the pain and discomfort caused by the injury can be alleviated.
So, does physiotherapy accelerate the healing process?
The answer to that is yes. Physiotherapy involves a bunch of techniques that promote muscle repair. Ice therapy, for instance, helps in reducing the swelling caused by an injury. Likewise, sports massages conducted as part of treatment improves circulation and nourishes the injured muscles and tissues. Thus, the person receiving treatment is likely to recover more quickly than they would’ve otherwise.
Last Resort?
Many people often view physiotherapy as a “last ditch attempt to heal injury. The truth is, it’s one of the most effective treatment methods if sought on time. In fact, early intervention can significantly speed up the recovery process and heal injuries more quickly.
In one study, it was observed that from a group of people with lower back pain (because of an injury or otherwise), who received physiotherapy recovered much faster. Another study saw that individuals who received physio after two weeks of sustaining an injury recovered quicker than those who waited longer to seek treatment. The former also required less medical services in the next couple of months as opposed to those who delayed their physio treatment.
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