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)]
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Reviewed September 2008

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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
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Some fast facts about Cystic Fibrosis, a genetic condition affecting one in every 2,500 Australian babies.
Date:   May 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:   Mar 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:   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 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:   Aug 2008

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:   Aug 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

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:   Jun 2008

Title:   Bronchiectasis
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   People with bronchiectasis have problems clearing mucus from their lungs. If you have bronchiectasis, it is important to have check-ups with your doctor, especially if you suspect that you may have an infection.
Date:   Jun 2008

Title:   Bronchiectasis: a new look at an old adversary
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   The management of bronchiectasis is finally advancing and patients have new options in terms of diagnostics, antibiotic therapy and physiotherapy. Patients can experience improved quality of life and health outcomes.
Date:   Jun 2008

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:   May 2008

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:   Jan 2008

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 2007

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 2007

Title:   Spinal muscular atrophy: the intermediate form
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Spinal Muscular Atrophy is one of the neuromuscular diseases. Muscles weaken and waste away (atrophy) due to degeneration of motor neurons, which are nerve cells in the spinal cord.
Date:   Jun 2007

Title:   Anterior knee pain in children and adolescents
Publisher:   The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Description:   Many adolescents feel pain at or near the patella (kneecap). Children of all ages often feel anterior knee pain, it is most common during periods of rapid growth, or with increased sports participation.
Date:   Dec 2006

Title:   Arthritis: physical therapies
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Physical therapies, such as physiotherapy and acupuncture, are offered as ways to relieve arthritis pain.
Date:   Aug 2006

Title:   Physiotherapy for children before and after heart surgery
Publisher:   The Children's Hospital at Westmead
Description:   Children who have had heart surgery often need physiotherapy to help prevent and decrease lung problems. Treatment which is given both before and after surgery is explained.
Date:   Aug 2006
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