Therapeutic Exercises
Movement is Medicine
Therapeutic exercises are the cornerstone of long-term recovery. Unlike generic workouts, these are medically prescribed movements designed to correct impairments, restore function, and prevent future injuries.
Why Prescribed Exercise Matters
While passive treatments like massage or ultrasound reduce pain, exercise is what builds the resilience to keep pain away. A physiotherapist assesses your specific muscle imbalances and prescribes exercises that target your unique needs.
Types of Therapeutic Exercises
Range of Motion (ROM)
Goal: Maintain or increase joint flexibility.
Used for: Frozen shoulder, post-surgery stiffness, arthritis.
Strengthening
Goal: Build muscle power to support joints.
Used for: Back pain (core), Knee pain (quads), Rotator cuff tears.
Balance & Proprioception
Goal: Improve stability and body awareness.
Used for: Ankle sprains, geriatric fall prevention, stroke rehab.
Endurance
Goal: Improve heart/lung efficiency and muscle stamina.
Used for: Post-cardiac surgery, chronic fatigue, sports conditioning.
The "Goldilocks" Principle
Exercise dosage must be "just right." Too little won't create change; too much can flare up your condition. Physiotherapists are experts in progressive loading—gradually increasing the difficulty as your tissues heal and get stronger.
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