Physiotherapy - Sheffield Therapy Centre

Physiotherapy is our core business and we have a range of male and female Senior Physiotherapists to pick from offering you flexibility and choice. We provide physio both in our Sheffield clinic and also out at events.  Physiotherapists are highly trained professionals and the title is protected.

What is Physiotherapy? It is a healthcare profession with a science foundation. The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy defines Physio as the following:

“Physiotherapy helps restore movement and function to as near normal as possible when someone is affected by injury, illness or by developmental or other disability”.

A more formal definition of physiotherapy comes from the 2002 CSP Curriculum Framework:

It uses physical approaches to promote, maintain and restore physical, psychological and social well-being, taking account of variations in health status.

Physiotherapy is science-based, committed to extending, applying, evaluating and reviewing the evidence that underpins and informs its practice and delivery.

The exercise of clinical judgement and informed interpretation is at its core."

You can find out more details from the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy website www.csp.org.uk

Physiotherapy may help the following:

• Spinal Problems – Lower Back and Neck pain including prolapsed/slipped discs, degeneration, arthritis, sciatica, lumbago, chronic stiffness, whiplash and pain referred to arms or legs.
• Joint Problems – Arthritic conditions, swelling, stiffness and / or pain in shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, hips, knees, ankles, and TMJ (jaw).
• Soft Tissue Injuries - damaged muscles, ligaments, and tendons.
• Post Surgery – rehabilitation and treatment following, minor or general surgery on the back, hips, knees, ankles, shoulders, elbows and hands. Orthopaedic surgery following joint replacements and arthroscopy.
• Fractures – General treatment and rehabilitation following broken bones, to restore function and movement.
• Sports Injuries – soft tissue damage including sprains, strains, and bruising, to muscles ligaments tendons, and cartilage problems.
• Work Related Injuries - such as repetitive strain injuries, and personal injury.
• Vertigo & Headaches – If neuro-musculoskeletal origin.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your physiotherapy treatment may involve:

• Exercise Programmes - To do at the clinic or to take home to help strengthen weak muscles, or stretch those which are tight.
• Mobilisations – Hands on movement of joints to reduce stiffness and relieve pain.
• Manipulation – Faster movements, which make the joint ‘click’. Helps restore normal movement.
• Soft Tissue Massage - to reduce scar tissue, relieve muscle spasm and accelerate the healing process.
• Electrotherapy – Use of machines such as ultrasound and interferential to relieve pain and enhance the healing process.
• Prevention - Looking at the cause of the injury and developing strategies to prevent recurrence.

Pilates at Sheffield Therapy Centre

 

Juliette Hinchliffe is a Chartered Physiotherapist and highly trained with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute in modified Pilates exercise designed specifically for rehabilitation purposes. A combination of strength, mobility and stretching exercises are used. 

Pilates is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. It is particularly beneficial for clients with back pain, sports injuries and before and after pregnancy. 

Pilates at Sheffield Therapy Centre is conducted on a one-to-one basis and you mayb be able to claim this through a health insurance scheme as conducted by a Physiotherapist.  (Check your policy) 

Pilates for Back Pain Clients

Medical experts have provided substantial evidence to prove that Pilates exercise is a vital tool in injury rehabilitation and prevention. 

Pilates repairs the body from within by correcting muscle imbalance and conditioning the central core i.e. the muscles around the spine.A strong central core is vital for supporting the spine and preventing injury. Insufficient core stability can result in poor posture and back pain. 

Pilates for Sports Rehabilitation Clients

Many athletes use Pilates to improve their performance as pilates encourages optimal movement patterns and ensures that all muscles respond well and work in a balanced way.

Pilates for Postnatal Clients

Pilates is one of the best methods of exercise in postnatal recovery.  Pilates improves the muscle tone of the pelvic floor and deep abdominal muscles, which are weakened during pregnancy and birth. 

Pilates is also a way of re-educating patients on correct posture and the importance of good posture.  To enquire further or make a booking, please call 0114 2390022.