What is Physiotherapy?

According to the World Physiotherapy, physiotherapy is a healthcare profession concerned with the development, maintenance and restoration of maximum movement and functional ability. Physiotherapy can help people at any stage of life, when movement and function are threatened by ageing, injury, diseases, disorders, conditions or environmental factors. Physiotherapists maximise quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, treatment/intervention, and rehabilitation.
 

Physiotherapists are qualified and professionally required to:

1. Undertake a comprehensive examination/assessment of the patient/client or needs of a client group

2. Evaluate the findings from the examination/assessment to make clinical judgments regarding patients/clients

3. Formulate a diagnosis, prognosis and plan

4. Provide consultation within their expertise and determine when patients/clients need to be referred to another healthcare professional

5. Implement a physiotherapist intervention/treatment programme

6. Determine the outcomes of any interventions/treatments

7. Make recommendations for self-management

 

Clinically, a physiotherapist provides a clinical pathway for a wider range of physical challenges, including neurological, respiratory, and complex musculoskeletal conditions across all stages of life.

 

At Vegvísir Sports Therapy, we elevate this standard by acting as your way pointer through injury. Upon relieving pain and symptoms, we bridge the gap between clinical rehabilitation and functionality. Our physiotherapists specialise in complex cases where traditional therapy may have stalled, using advanced neuromuscular conditioning and a deep understanding of chronic pain science to ensure your recovery is both complete and sustainable.