Q.What is meant by physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a physical-method-based branch of medicine used to restore, maintain or improve movement and physical function affected by injury, illness, disability or ageing.

Physiotherapy (also called physical therapy) is a healthcare discipline that treats disorders of movement and function using physical techniques rather than medicines or surgery. These techniques include therapeutic exercise, massage, manipulation of joints and muscles, application of heat or cold, electrotherapy, and hydrotherapy.

It is commonly used to:

• Rehabilitate patients after injuries, fractures, surgery or stroke, helping restore strength, flexibility and range of motion.
• Manage chronic conditions such as arthritis, back pain, and neurological or muscular disorders.
• Prevent further injury by correcting posture, movement patterns and muscular imbalance. …