Physical therapy and rehabilitation is a specialty that deals with the diagnosis, treatment and preventive treatment of movement limitations that occur due to conditions such as neurological diseases, orthopedic problems, hernia, paralysis, trauma, pain, arthritis, along with muscle, nervous and skeletal system problems in the body. Physical therapists specialized in this field treat loss of function and movement with treatment methods specific to each patient.
The aim of physical therapy and rehabilitation is to correct disorders resulting from diseases and injuries, to improve the patient's quality of life and to improve the potential for independent movement. In addition, alleviating existing pain and complaints are also among the goals of treatment. Modern rehabilitation techniques and specialized physical therapists are also effective in treating injuries and movement limitations that occur during sports activities. Physical therapy and rehabilitation is also an effective method in the treatment of orthopedic problems. Especially in problems such as postoperative dysfunctions, arthritis and hernia, physical therapists help patients regain their mobility. This treatment process accelerates the postoperative recovery process of patients and reduces pain and discomfort.
Areas of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
It is used in all acute or chronic diseases that disrupt the structure and function of the movement system and other systems.
