Physiotherapy

Follow the links below to find information on physiotherapy and its use for specific conditions.

For reviews of evidence on the use of physiotherapy for specific conditions, you can also search the Physiotherapy Evidence Database of the CEBP. Centre for Evidence-Based Physiotherapy [Centre for Evidence-Based Physiotherapy (CEBP)] .
Reviewed November 2009

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Title:	Spinal cord stimulation devices
Publisher:	Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:	Information on spinal cord stimulation, a procedure used to treat neuropathic pain by numbing a painful area using electric pulses.
Date:	Apr 2010

Title:	SCS (spinal cord stimulation)
Publisher:	Virtual Medical Centre
Description:	Spinal cord stimulation is a type of neurostimulation most commonly used for the management of non-cancer pain.
Date:	Mar 2010

Title:	Physiotherapy
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Physiotherapy uses manual therapies, exercise programs and electrotherapy techniques to treat musculoskeletal injuries (such as sports injuries or back pain), neurological conditions (such as stroke, multiple sclerosis and spinal cord injuries) and cardiothoracic conditions (such as emphysema, asthma, chronic bronchitis).
Date:	Jan 2010

Title:	Client service professions - roles and responsibilities
Publisher:	Novita Children's Services.Human Resources
Description:	Information is provided regarding the main professions that provide services at Novita - Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Social Work and Psychology.
Date:	Dec 2009

Title:	Physiotherapy
Publisher:	Novita Children's Services
Description:	The structure and roles of staff employed within Physiotherapy at Novita is described, as are the staff development opportunities available.
Date:	Nov 2009

Title:	Arthritis: physical therapies - myDr.com.au
Publisher:	myDr
Description:	Physical therapies, such as physiotherapy, low-level laser therapy and acupuncture, are offered as ways to relieve arthritis pain.
Date:	Nov 2009

Title:	Club foot
Publisher:	Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:	What is commonly known as club foot happens to a small number of children. The correct name is congenital talipes equino varus (CTEV).
Date:	Nov 2009

Title:	Cystic fibrosis
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life threatening genetic disorder. It severely affects the lungs and digestive system. There is currently no cure; however, with improved medication and treatment to manage symptoms, life expectancy has been extended considerably.
Date:	Sep 2009

Title:	Rett syndrome
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Rett syndrome is a severe genetic disorder of the nervous system. It is usually only seen in girls and affects all body movement. It causes loss of speech and hand use. Girls with Rett syndrome need therapy to help them with movement and communication.
Date:	Jul 2009

Title:	Arthritis and surgery: hip replacement - myDr.com.au
Publisher:	myDr
Description:	Find out how a hip replacement can help people with arthritis.
Date:	Jul 2009

Title:	Myotherapy
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Myotherapy is a form of physical therapy used to treat or prevent soft tissue pain and restricted joint movement. The philosophy of myotherapy is founded on Western medical principles including anatomy, physiology and biomechanics. Techniques may include massage, stretching, acupressure and acupuncture.
Date:	Jun 2009

Title:	Rehabilitation
Publisher:	HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:	Links to information on rehabilitation, including speech therapy, physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
Date:	Jun 2009

Title:	Cystic fibrosis: fast facts - myDr.com.au
Publisher:	myDr
Description:	Some fast facts about Cystic Fibrosis, a genetic condition affecting one in every 2,500 Australian babies.
Date:	May 2009

Title:	Introduction to neurostimulation
Publisher:	Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:	Neurostimulation is the application of precise targeted electrical stimulation to cause modulation of the nervous system. Neurostimulation can help as a treatment to pain.
Date:	Apr 2009

Title:	Knee injuries
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Common knee injuries include ligament, tendon and cartilage tears, and patello-femoral pain syndrome. Prompt medical attention for any knee injury increases the chances of a full recovery. Treatment options include physiotherapy, arthroscopic surgery and open surgery.
Date:	Feb 2009

Title:	Congenital torticollis
Publisher:	Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:	About 1 in 200 babies have torticollis, a shortening of a muscle in the neck causing their head to tilt to one side. The muscle affected is called the sterno-cleido-mastoid muscle (SCM),
Date:	Oct 2008

Title:	Foot orthoses
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Foot orthoses or orthotic devices are specially designed shoe inserts that help support the feet, improve foot posture and correct any imbalances. Some foot problems that can be treated with orthoses include corns and calluses, foot ulceration, tendonitis and recurrent ankle sprain. Athletes may also wear orthoses to help correct any foot problems that could hinder their performance. A podiatrist can help make and fit foot orthoses.
Date:	Sep 2008

Title:	Neck and shoulder pain
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	The neck and shoulder are prone to injury. Trauma, poor posture and arthritis are common causes of neck pain. Injuries include whiplash, tendonitis, fractures and dislocation of the shoulder. Physiotherapy can help neck and shoulder pain.
Date:	Sep 2008

Title:	Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) devices
Publisher:	Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:	TENS or transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation devices are used in the treatment of pain. A TENS device works by passing a small electrical current across the skin. This procedure is completely painless.
Date:	Jul 2008

Title:	Muscular dystrophy - late onset
Publisher:	Better Health Channel
Description:	Muscular dystrophy is the name given to a group of inherited muscle diseases that cause progressive degeneration and weakness of voluntary muscles. Muscular dystrophy can occur at any age. Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, congenital muscular dystrophy, ophthalmoplegic muscular dystrophy and distal muscular dystrophy occur in later life.
Date:	Jun 2008

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