Physiotherapy is a science-based practice constantly modernising to improve physical activity and enhance your social and psychological wellbeing. The practice of physiotherapy or its core function is "movement". Various body systems maintain a priority in this regard, such as the musculoskeletal system that includes the health of the joints, soft tissues, bones and cardiovascular, neurological and respiratory systems.

Generally, doctors or other healthcare practitioners may refer you to a physiotherapist, but presently, patients can access a physiotherapist's services directly. 

WHAT HAPPENS AT A PHYSIOTHERAPY CONSULTATION?

Attending your first physiotherapy session can be quite daunting. You may be afraid of what to expect and, as such, experience growing stress. However, your first physiotherapy session is an entirely relaxing experience.

A typical physiotherapy session lasts an hour, but this depends on your specific needs. First, your physiotherapist will enquire about your pain, the sources of discomfort in your body and previous surgeries undergone. Afterwards, a physical assessment of the body’s movement and strength is done.

Treatment aims to relieve chronic pain and return the mobility of the muscles. After the initial physical exam, we can decide on an appropriate treatment plan. At the time of the exam, our experts are mindful of any pain, swelling and tenderness in the area.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

TK Biokinetics provides physiotherapy after recovering from a debilitative injury, sports-related injury and oncology surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, including chronic pain.

We conduct:

• Physical assessments are done to ascertain the issues related to pain or poor joint mobility.
• Range of motion (ROM) test measures flexibility of the joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments and bones.
• Assessments for joint stability, reflexes and sensation
• Nerve function tests use electrode patches that stick to the skin to trace the nerve's electrical impulse speed.
• Massages involve manipulating soft tissue, ligaments, tendons and muscles to ease tension in specific areas.
• Rehabilitative exercises improve your strength and flexibility after suffering from a traumatic injury, spinal surgery or accident.
• Heat therapy involves using heat pads and hot flannels to treat short-lived pain.

Follow-up appointments are requested timeously to track your progress while recovering at home.

TK Biokinetics also offers specialised services tailored for your business, organisation or school. Please contact the practice for more information.