According to the Australian Physiotherapy Association, physiotherapists help people to take control of their health, stay well and support a range of health conditions and movement disorders. “Physiotherapy helps to repair damage, reduce stiffness and pain, increase mobility and improve quality of life.” Physiotherapists work in a range of areas and with other health professionals to assist people to achieve the best outcomes.

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Online: www.physiotherapy.asn.au

For people with physical disabilities, physiotherapists are most likely to help you move in the best way possible; assess, treat and manage pain and fatigue, orthopaedic, musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, respiratory problems, continence, lymphoedema and prescribe equipment and exercise to assist you to do the activities you want to do.