Physio for you

OhAna physio, physio for all! OhAna physio provides physiotherapy services for musculoskeletal injuries, acute or chronic conditions as well as pre- and post-operative treatment.

How would I know if I need physiotherapy?

OhAna physio offers treatment for:

Pre-operative and post-operative cases (such as hip/knee/shoulder replacement, arthroscopy, lumbar decompression, or any other surgeries)
Chronic conditions (such as osteoarthritis, low back pain, neck pain, anterior knee pain, shoulder impingement, tendinopathies)
Acute injuries (such as muscle/tendon/ligament injuries)
Acute or chronic sports related injuries

What are the benefits of physiotherapy?

These are some of the benefits of physiotherapy for post-operative treatment, chronic or acute conditions.

Reduces pain and discomfort
Improves gait patterns (improves the way that you walk)
Restores range of motion and general mobility
Increases muscle strength, endurance, and balance
Offers better quality of sleep (if the condition affects your sleep)
Improves physical activity and quality of life
Helps you to go back to sports/hobbies/daily activities based on your goals

Location:

Anastasia works as chartered physiotherapist offering treatments for musculoskeletal conditions at:

Nailsea Physio

4 Kings Court, 87 High Street, Nailsea, BS48 1AW

For physiotherapy at Nailsea Physio please check the website https://www.nailseaphysio.com to book an appointment.

Initial Assessment

In the initial assessment appointment, the chartered physiotherapist will ask you questions about your problem, as well as questions about your medication and past medical history to gather all the appropriate information. Following this, an objective examination will take place, which will include (and not limited to):

Observation of your posture
Gait assessment
Assessment of the muscles and joints to check flexibility and strength, including special tests
Neurological assessment (if indicated)
Functional assessment specific to your condition
Assessment of your balance and proprioception

The combination of history taking, and objective examination will help to form a diagnosis and decide the most appropriate treatment plan. The chartered physiotherapist will explain the findings in simple terms and will offer treatment depending on the remaining time. Initial assessments demand more time for assessment than treatment, in order to have the right diagnosis and build up a rehabilitation plan based on the latest evidence-based practice. The physiotherapist might write a letter to your GP (with your consent) to inform them about your condition in case that they have any concerns.

Follow-up Appointment

In the follow-up appointment, the chartered physiotherapist will ask questions on any changes since the initial assessment and perform an objective examination to compare the findings to previous session. Treatment will be offered which will include (and not limited to):

Hands-on treatment such as soft tissue release, myofascial release, trigger point therapy
Manual therapy such as joint mobilizations (peripheral or spinal)
Stretches (passive and/or active depending on needs)
Exercises to improve mobility/strength/endurance/balance with use of equipment
Re-assurance, advice, and education regarding your condition and progress

The physiotherapist will re-assess on each follow up appointment to check your progress and will adapt the rehabilitation plan based on your goals and expectations. Following the sessions, you will be provided with a home exercise programme with instructions sent via email.