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Top FAQs on Physiotherapy You Should Know

by Puspak Biswas physiotherapist

Every corner of a city, there is a physiotherapy practitioner. All claim to provide top quality physiotherapy services, making us difficult to choose a physiotherapist. Below are some top FAQs that may help you to locate the best male or female physiotherapist in Kolkata or any city.


What is physiotherapy?


Physiotherapy is a hands-on treatment of injuries, diseases, and any physical disability. The drug-free physiotherapy techniques combine heart and heat therapy, massage, stretching, and exercises.


Who is a Physiotherapist?


While on the quest of searching the best physiotherapist, you should pay attention to his/her educational background. In India, a physiotherapist is considered a doctor when he/she has a Bachelor Degree in Physiotherapy (BPT) from a recognized university. If he/she has a certificate of physiotherapy from a reputed hospital, it would be added advantage for his/her career. Make sure you know more about the physiotherapy you tend to hire.


How to know I need a physiotherapist?


If you have an injury in a body part like legs, hands or back, physiotherapy can provide aftercare to improve the movement of the affected area. If you have joint surgery, a physiotherapist is required. It is your doctor who can recommend you to consult a physiotherapist. It is not you who himself decide to undergo the therapy.


Is there any difference between a physical therapist & Physiotherapist?


There is no difference between a physical therapist and physiotherapist. The two words coin for the same people who provide hands-on care. Usually, people think that a physical therapist focuses on exercising. For them, it is important to know that a physiotherapist treats a patient with exercise, massage and stretching. It is a physical trainer who focuses on only exercising and stretching.


What is the difference between a chiropractor and physiotherapist?


Don't confuse between a chiropractor and physiotherapist. A chiropractor main concern is improving the joints of your spine and limbs where the signs of restricted movements. They use their hands to treat joint problems. Physiotherapists, on the other hand, treats using a range of manipulation, massage, exercise, and electrical therapy if necessary to heal movement. They are mastered in treating back and neck pain, swelling of joints, arthritis, sports injuries, ligament damage, and strain injury.


How much does it cost to undergo for physiotherapy care?


The cost depends on multiple factors. It is depended on the type of problem you have and the severity. It also depends on the number of sessions you may need to get relief. Compare rates of physiotherapists to choose the right one. 


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About Puspak Biswas Junior   physiotherapist

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Joined APSense since, March 31st, 2019, From Kolkata, India.

Created on Apr 2nd 2019 13:07. Viewed 300 times.

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