Leeds Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy works with our body’s movement and function to make the most of our physical potential. It helps the body work better by restoring balance and promoting natural healing responses.

Physiotherapists assist individuals in enhancing movement in body parts affected by disease or injury. They work with people of all ages to improve mobility and function. This helps individuals regain their ability to move and perform daily activities.

Physiotherapists specialise in treating the following conditions:

1. Joint problems such as arthritis. These issues can lead to pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints.
2. Work related conditions such as Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI).
3. Neck and back problems including slipped/prolapsed discs, arthritis, sciatica, lumbago, and neck pain and stiffness.
4. Sports injuries to muscles, ligaments, cartilage and tendons.
5. Soft tissue problems such as tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow, tendonitis and frozen shoulder.
6. Fractures – treatment can increase how quickly you heal and help you gain full function once your bones have healed.
7. Abdominal problems – such as colitis and irritable bowel syndrome.
8. Gynaecological conditions – including stress incontinence and rehabilitation after surgery.
9. Pregnancy and childbirth – including treatment for back and pelvic pain.
10. Chest conditions – such as asthma, chest infections, cystic fibrosis, emphysema, bronchitis and bronchiectasis.
11. Neurological conditions – such as strokes, head injuries, nerve injuries, multiple sclerosis, shingles, cerebral palsy and chronic fatigue.
12. Paediatric conditions – including postural and walking problems in childhood.
13. Circulatory problems – such as Raynaud’s disease, intermittent claudication (a clinical diagnosis given for muscle pain) and cardiac rehabilitation.
14. Rehabilitation after surgery.

Chartered Physiotherapists undertake three or four years of full-time university study. During this time they complete over 1,000 hours of clinical practice in a number of different specialities. After training, a physiotherapist usually works in a hospital in the NHS to get experience.

Under current law, only people registered with the Health Professions Council can call themselves physiotherapists.

Physiotherapy is a safe, non-invasive therapy that is suitable for all ages. However, it is important to inform your physiotherapist if you experience any pain or problems following your physiotherapy treatment.

• The Chartered Society of Physiotherapists
• NHS Direct