Saturday, May 12, 2018

Monash Physiotherapy: Why is Your Rehabilitation Taking Longer Than Usual?

When patients are supposed to undergo rehabilitation after an injury, on of their main concerns is how long it will take for them to get better. This is understandable because losing function in some part of the body can be a difficult experience. However, patients may sometimes notice that their recovery isn’t progressing at the projected rate and this can be a cause for concern.

There are a number of reasons why the rehabilitation process from an injury may take much longer than you expected. These include:

Different body types: Our bodies are all unique in one way or another. These slight differences can have a major impact on the speed of recovery after an injury. It’s possible for your body to heal at a faster or slower rate than usual.

Aggravation of the injury: Injured people usually make a number of mistakes that hamper or even worsen the injury and this could render the rehabilitation process ineffective. Avoid doing anything that could further stress the injured body part.

Not doing your homework: Another mistake that patients frequently make is to underestimate the importance of the exercises they’re advised to carry out at home. These daily exercises may have a greater impact than your weekly visit to the physio.

Wrong treatment: In a few cases, it’s possible that the kind of treatment you’re receiving isn’t helping you at all. This is why you should always visit a physiotherapist that has the right credentials.

Physiotherapy Monash: How Do You Know You’re Working With the Right Physio?



There are certain cases where patients have found their recovery hampered because the physiotherapist they’ve been going to isn’t as good as they claim to be. This is a situation that is best avoided. How can you ensure that the physiotherapist you’re working with will not do more harm than good?

Are they GP approved?: Many patients are referred to a physiotherapist by their GP. A GP approved physiotherapist is always a safe bet since your GP is unlikely to refer you to someone who could harm you.

Professional associations: Professional associations require certain standards to be met before a new member is added to their list. Check if your physiotherapist is registered with bodies such as Australian Physiotherapy Association or Exercise and Sports Science Australia.

Reviews: You should check what other people think about the service they received from a particular Monash Physiotherapy Clinic before you decide it’s the best place for you to receive treatment. Real people can provide you with more reliable information about the place.

Specialisation: A physiotherapy Monash practice that focuses on a few key areas is much better than a multipurpose practice. Practices that specialise with your particular problem have skills and knowledge that may not be available elsewhere.

Practices such as Healthy Bodies Physiotherapy have assisted many people recovering from many types of muscular and skeletal injuries. When you choose the right service provider, you’ll be a lot closer to finding the relief you’re seeking.


1 comment:

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