What exactly do physiotherapists do?
Physiotherapists help you if you are affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice.
They work with you to maintain health regardless of age, helping you manage pain and prevent disease.
Physiotherapists also help to facilitate recovery, as well as enable you to stay functional, remain independent and ultimately improve your quality of life.
What treatment techniques do St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital physiotherapists use?
We assess your condition and tailor a treatment plan that is suitable for you using a combination of movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice.
Some of the key therapy techniques we use, and that have great results with patients include:
- manipulation and joint mobilisation
- soft tissue massage
- trigger point release
- dry needling
- electrotherapy
- hydrotherapy
- exercise prescription
- advice and management of conditions.
Why go to St John of God Frankston Rehabilitation Hospital?
Our experienced physiotherapists are experts in working with patients who are recovering from injury, trauma and illness or have a loss of functionality due to medical conditions or disability.
In addition to the support from our wonderful caregivers, we also offer:
- a fully equipped gymnasium
- onsite hydrotherapy pool
- a welcoming and relaxing treatment area.
