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 January 2012
Related HealthInsite Topics
Systematic Reviews of Physiotherapy
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Links to systematic reviews of the evidence for the effectiveness of physiotherapy.
34 Resources Found
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Rett syndrome
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Better Health Channel
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| 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: |
Oct 2011 |
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Muscular dystrophy - late onset
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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| 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. |
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Jun 2011 |
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Knee injuries
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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| 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. |
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May 2011 |
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Physiotherapy advice - after the birth of your baby
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| Publisher: |
Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
Women's Physiotherapy recommends the following advice and exercises to help with your recovery after pregnancy and birth. |
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Apr 2011 |
| Title: |
Caring for yourself in pregnancy - physiotherapy advice
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| Publisher: |
Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
Many women experiencing physical discomfort at differing stages of their pregnancy.The following information will help you prevent and/or manage this discomfort, and provides a method of relaxation you can practice at home. |
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Apr 2011 |
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Spinal cord stimulation devices
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Virtual Medical Centre.com
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| Description: |
Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is an emerging, minimally invasive procedure used to treat chronic refractory neuropathic pain, such as that experienced in failed back surgery syndrome, complex regional pain syndrome, angina pectoris and post-herpetic neuralgia. |
| Date: |
Apr 2011 |
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Neck and shoulder pain
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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| Description: |
The neck and shoulders 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. Treatments like physiotherapy, osteopathy or remedial massage can generally help neck and shoulder pain. |
| Date: |
Nov 2011 |
| Title: |
Introduction to neurostimulation
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| Publisher: |
Virtual Medical Centre.com
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| 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. |
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Sep 2010 |
| Title: |
Cystic fibrosis
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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| 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: |
Aug 2010 |
| Title: |
Myotherapy
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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| 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 2010 |
| Title: |
Acute pain management: scientific evidence
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| Publisher: |
National Health and Medical Research Council
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| Description: |
This publication summarises the evidence currently available to assist health professionals in the management of acute pain. The field of acute pain medicine is a rapidly changing one. |
| Date: |
Feb 2010 |
| Title: |
Physiotherapy
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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| 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
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| Publisher: |
Novita Children's Services.Human Resources
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| 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: |
Foot orthoses
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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| 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: |
Dec 2009 |
| Title: |
Physiotherapy
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| Publisher: |
Novita Children's Services
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| 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
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| Publisher: |
myDr
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| 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
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| Publisher: |
Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| 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 2011 |
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