Physiotherapy
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Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists assess and treat movement disorders, musculoskeletal injuries, neurological conditions, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs. They use exercise therapy, manual techniques, electrotherapy, and patient education to restore mobility, reduce pain, and prevent disability.

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QWhy do I have left-sided lower back and lower abdominal pain?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Since you are not sure whether you have pain in your lower back or a stomachache, I recommend checking yourself for any signs of inflammation or swelling in your low…

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Dr. Mohammed Wajid
DPT, MDACU., RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS · Answered 9 Jul 2026
QWhat is causing my mother’s outer thigh pain and stiffness?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Based on the symptoms you described (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), and since there is no noticeable redness…

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Dr. Mohammed Wajid
DPT, MDACU., RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS · Answered 18 May 2026
QDoes an extra projection where thoracic segments meet the lumbar vertebrae indicate a tumor?

Hello, I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs. I am here to give you the best care possible. Well, that is good that your chiropractor has done a great job by decreasing your pain. But are y…

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Dr. Shakti Mishra
BPT, MPT · Answered 14 Jun 2023
QI have a tingling in my fingers and palm. What can help me?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Thank you for sharing your queries with me. I have gone through the information provided here. Your age is 19, very young, your height and weight and BMI (body ma…

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Dr. Hemang Sudhakarbhai Jani
BPT, MPT · Answered 10 Apr 2026
QI have major depressive disorder. Will psychotherapy with drugs help?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. So when depression does not improve adequately with first-line antidepressants, doctors usually follow what is called a “treatment-resistant depression” approach,…

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Dr. Ashraf ghani
General Medicine · Answered 26 Dec 2025

Frequently Asked Questions About Physiotherapy

A physiotherapist treats back and neck pain, sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, stroke recovery, arthritis, frozen shoulder, ligament and tendon injuries, neurological movement disorders, respiratory conditions, and musculoskeletal pain in all age groups.

See a physiotherapist if you have persistent pain affecting movement, after orthopedic or neurological surgery, for sports injury recovery, if you have difficulty with balance or walking, for chronic pain management, or if your doctor recommends rehabilitation therapy.

Techniques include therapeutic exercises, manual therapy including joint mobilization and manipulation, dry needling, ultrasound therapy, electrical stimulation, taping and bracing, hydrotherapy, and progressive strengthening and stretching programs.

The number of sessions depends on your condition's severity and goals. Acute injuries may improve in 4 to 6 sessions, while chronic conditions or post-surgical rehabilitation may require 12 to 24 sessions over several weeks or months.

Yes, online physiotherapy consultations are effective for initial assessments, exercise prescription with video demonstrations, posture analysis, home exercise program design, and progress monitoring for ongoing rehabilitation.