Manual Therapy
This is ‘hands on’ treatment in the form of soft tissue release, mobilisation or manipulation of joints to reduce pain, increase range of movement and restore function.
Electrotherapy
Ultrasound, interferential and TENS are some of the modalities available to try to enhance your healing. See www.electrotherapy.org
Rehabilitation
This is targeted exercise both in the clinic and as a home exercise programme designed to improve power, strength, endurance, range of movement, balance and proprioception as well as functional skills.
Sports Massage
Massage reduces pain and swelling, promotes blood flow and increases flexibility in preparation for or in recovery from sport
Acupuncture
This technique is useful for relieving pain, muscle spasm and improving movement. Needles, laser or pressure are used to stimulate specific areas on the body, adapted from traditional Chinese medicine.
Hazel Dorman is registered with the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP) and can provide you with a certificate recognised by the Blood Donor Service.
Hazel Dorman is registered with the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP) and can provide you with a certificate recognised by the Blood Donor Service.
Splintage
At Walnut Tree Physiotherapy we are able to advise on and provide a variety of custom made splints to protect injuries and facilitate recovery.
