Orthopedic manual physiotherapy is a specialization within Physiotherapy. It is intended to evaluate and treat arthro-neuro-muscular dysfunctions. It is based on clinical reasoning, available scientific and clinical evidence, and the biopsychosocial approach of each patient.

To do this, he uses very specific evaluation and treatment approaches, with manual techniques and therapeutic exercises. The objective is to recover movement when the joints present a restriction in it, as well as to alleviate joint and muscle pain, and to improve the functionality of the individual.

Orthopedic physical therapy integrates classical physical therapy, sports medicine, orthopedic medicine, osteopathy, and Chiroptera. Orthopedic physiotherapy is applied for the treatment of pain and other symptoms of neuro-musculoskeletal dysfunction, both of the spine and the extremities. chic.

Orthopedic physiotherapy is based on a comprehensive evaluation of the patient’s arthro-neuro-muscular system and its functional capacities. The evaluation is aimed at defining the patient’s dysfunction in various systems: articular, nervous, muscular, and defining how they are related to any functional limitation.

The interventional procedures of orthopedic manual physical therapy include many techniques, including:

  • Slow joint mobilization
  • Joint manipulation
  • Muscle stretch
  • Functional massage (with joint movement)
  • Mobilization of the nervous system
  • Passive stabilization
  • Active stabilization
  • Exercises aimed at improving muscular endurance, strength, and coordination
  • Exercises to improve the general situation of the patient

Prior to the orthopedic manual physiotherapy langley interventions, an evaluation will be carried out to differentiate the clinical situations in which these techniques are indicated or contraindicated or those that require special precautions. The cases in which anatomical anomalies or pathological processes limit or condition the use of all procedures of orthopedic manual physiotherapy are also studied.

Likewise, it will also be previously studied if the patient’s situation can receive treatment focused on reducing symptoms or if, on the contrary, it will be to improve the patient’s function.

After the intervention of manual orthopedic physiotherapy, no special care should be necessary. However, it may happen that the patient experiences fatigue and perhaps some pain or discomfort in the treated area. In that case, the specialist will recommend what you can take to calm you down. If the pain is exaggerated, a specialist should be consulted quickly to rule out possible complications or injuries.