Physical Therapy
What is Physical Therapy?
Physical Therapy is a health care profession dedicated to the prevention, evaluation, rehabilitation and treatment of physical dysfunction and injury. Physical Therapists evaluate and treat the neuro-musculo-skeletal system with a special emphasis on the enhancement of function.
Dr. Ruth Maher is a Physical Therapist and a member of the The Irish Society of Physio Therapists and also the American and Australian Physical Therapy Associations and many other international organizations. These organizations have strict Codes of Ethics which set out expected standards of professional conduct and require continued professional development to keep up to date with the latest medical and therapeutic procedures.
How can Physical Therapy help?
Physical Therapy is useful in the early stages of a joint or soft tissue (muscle or ligament) injury such as those seen in many common sports injuries. Physical Therapy can relieve pain, enhance movement and aid the healing process. In the mid stages of an injury, Physical Therapy optimises function and allows more activity without re-injury. In the later phase of an injury, Physical Therapy is used to retrain overall balance, regain full function and improve physical fitness.
At The Maher Sports and Wellness Centre, we specialize in sports and orthopedic injuries, whether chronic, acute, or post-surgical.
The following list contains some of the most common reasons to see a Physical Therapist:
- Back and Neck Pain
- Shoulder, arm, wrist or hand problems
- Hip, knee, ankle or foot problems
- Sport injuries
- Joint sprains
- Muscle strains and tears
- Rehabilitation following surgery or injury
- Ergonomic or postural problems
- Repetitive motion disorders e.g Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Women's health issues
- Arthritis
- Respiratory conditions
- Impaired mobility
- History of falls
- Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
Because Physical Therapists are experts in movement and function, their skills are not solely confined to treating people who are injured. We work with individuals of all ages to screen for potential problems. We establish preventive exercise programs and develop workout programs that are safe and effective.
Physical Therapy Treatments
Our Physical Therapists are trained in manual therapy, spinal therapy, sports Physical Therapy and exercise rehabilitation. Physical Therapy treatment is individualized to each client and modified according to the progress of the client.
Treatment takes many forms and may include:
- Pain management using positioning, exercise and other methods
- Manual techniques such as joint mobilization and soft tissue manipulation
- Spine rehabilitation with emphasis on exercise and return to normal activities
- Progressive stretching and strengthening exercise programs to achieve full function
- Dynamic stabilization and body mechanics training
- Therapeutic Massage and Myofascial Release
- Patellofemoral program, taping and biofeedback
- Pilates and Swiss Ball based rehabilitation therapy
- Application of electro-therapeutic (ultrasound, interferential) and heat/cold modalities
- Cold laser for the treatment of pain, inflammation and diabetic peripheral neuropathy
- Education -the greatest tool we can give you; it allows you to manage your injury to full recovery and prevents recurrence
What to expect on your initial visit
Your initial visit will include a comprehensive evaluation of your complaint.
This will allow us to establish goals and individualise your plan of care. Your therapist will explain the required treatment and expected outcomes along with what your therapy sessions will entail.
How to schedule an appointment
Please email us at appointments@maherPT.com to schedule an evaluation