Posts by The Physiotherapy Centre

This depends on the surgery you have. If you are unsure what you should or shouldn’t be doing, are having difficulties with tasks or mobility then yes Physiotherapy could help.

Both private and NHS physiotherapists will be working with you towards your goals. The advantages to a private service is that the waiting times are much less, so you will be seen quickly, the number of sessions are not limited and can be more flexible to suit you.

This will vary depending on your level of activity prior to surgery. It is vital to get the right support and guidance in the early stages to gain as much movement, strength and mobility as you can. After knee/hip replacement you are likely to need 6+ sessions. At the Physiotherapy Centre, Widley, we have specialist…

Resources within the NHS are stretched, you may receive some therapy in hospital to help you get home. Waits for community physiotherapy are generally long if you cannot access a clinic and that will slow your recovery. Getting the right input and advice early will help a successful recovery.

Currently it costs £95 for initial consultations and £99 for treatment sessions. Discounts are available for those buying multiple sessions in a block. To book your assessment please call 02392 215 050 or drop an email to questions@thephysiocentre.co.uk

Yes, at the Physiotherapy centre, Widley, we have a community physiotherapist who can come and see you at your home or care home. Call 02392 215 050 or email questions@thephysiocentre.co.uk to arrange for your initial appointment at your care home or nursing home.

There are several clinics in Portsmouth that provide community physiotherapy, including ….. The Physiotherapy Centre, Widley has a home and community Physiotherapist who can come and assess you at home. Specialising in post joint replacement, post fracture rehabilitation and improving mobility, you can have individualised treatment and support to achieve your goals. The option is…

Our adolescent physiotherapist can treat 12-17 year olds. An adolescent is classed as an adult when they turn 18 years old.

Children are very different from adults therefore it is extremely important that when searching for a physiotherapist to treat your child, they have completed training and are experienced in treating children. Treatment can include some hands-on physiotherapy but rehabilitation is the main form of treatment for most conditions in adolescents.

Your child would need guidance from an orthopaedic consultant on when it is safe to start physiotherapy following a fracture. Physiotherapy can help with swelling, muscle spasm, range of movement and strength following a fracture.