Physiotherapy

Yes jolly ?

Onwards and upwards AB

Physiotherapist came this morning.

I am having my hands measured and strapping made to support hands and help to straighten twisted fingers.

She will write up a programme to suit my lifestyle , my bungalow , my needs .

So a successful morning, she was lovely, no ' you must do this and that '

I hope so Gilly, thanks

I have had lots of physio over the years (none in the last few years though)and I have always found it to be really effective but it is something you have to keep doing . Hope you see some benefit Annie .

Thank you all, I don't have an injury, just need to get muscles working and limbs stronger .

I've found physios to be a panacea but not good sorting out the root of the problem. I attend an injuries specialist who knows about muscles and strengthening exercises. He's spotted problems that physios - and my GP - have missed and has been able to put me back together.

I can't say I've ever found physio of much use either but I know plenty of people who say it's wonderful.

I've had physio recently for my shoulder (torn rotor cuff muscle playing tennis )
It was quite useful, lots of using tins and wine bottles as weights or stretching using resistance bands. I'd certainly give it a try. A good excuse to buy something delicious to consume after you've finished using it for your workout !

I had physio after a broken limb - only four NHS sessions which seemed very basic and not a great deal of use.
My friend also broke a limb and has been to a private physiotherapist and is doing much better than me.

However - it is worth a try and a programme of exercises could be recommended which could help.

I have been attending a physio recently (NHS) and my experience is similar to Teetime's with additional exercises being added as progress is made. My problem was to do with the nerves in my legs among other things and, it was found, was being triggered by lower back problems. For me, it is working and I am very grateful for the treatment.

No I agree with you luckygirl starting with a slipped disc years ago and a fortune spent on a private physio (none available at that time on NHS) I went to an osteopath who literally put me straight in a few sessions. I tried NHS physio this summer exercises useless back at the osteopath she is sorting me - probably take three sessions for my displaced/stressed sacro- iliac joint and ligaments caused by my arthritic foot pointing outwards and taking my posture with it.

I have never found physio of any use at all! In fact, often the repetitive movements made things worse!

I prepare to duck below parapet as all the ex-physios on here jump down my throat!

In my own case I had to attend my local hospital for six weeks for classes on strengthening the lower limbs. We had to use the gym and also learn a series of exercises to be continued at home. I discovered my main problem was to do with balance.
Good luck with the treatment.

I'm guessing based on my own recent experience but I imagine its a series of exercises under instruction to begin with and then on your own.