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Manual Therapy
Techniques Used in Manual Therapy
Our physiotherapists may use a combination of:
- Joint Mobilisation & Manipulation – gentle movements to improve range and reduce stiffness.
- Soft Tissue Techniques – massage and release techniques to reduce tension and improve circulation.
- Myofascial Release – targeting fascia (connective tissue) to improve mobility and decrease pain.
- Trigger Point Therapy – applying pressure to relieve muscle knots and referred pain.
- Stretching & Assisted Movements – to restore flexibility and muscle balance.
Conditions Manual Therapy Can Help
Manual therapy is effective for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Back and neck pain
- Joint stiffness (shoulder, hip, knee, ankle, wrist)
- Post-surgery rehabilitation
- Sports injuries
- Postural problems
- Headaches related to neck tension
- Arthritis and age-related stiffness
- Muscle tension and spasms
Why Choose Our Physiotherapists for Manual Therapy?
Our team has advanced training in anatomy, biomechanics, and manual techniques, ensuring safe and effective treatment. Each session is tailored to your needs and combined with exercise therapy or other modalities to give you the best recovery outcome.
We focus not only on relieving your current pain but also on preventing future recurrences, empowering you to move with confidence.
Book Your Manual Therapy Session
If you’re experiencing pain, stiffness, or movement restrictions, manual therapy may be the right treatment for you. Book an appointment with our physiotherapists today and take the first step towards pain-free movement and long-term well-being.
Manual therapy is a clinical approach based on skilled “hands on” therapy to decrease pain and improve
the mobility of joints, soft tissues and nerves. Manual therapy is used to assess, diagnose and treat a
variety of symptoms and conditions.
Physiotherapists will usually combine manual therapy with exercise prescription and rehabilitation
which will lead to a faster recovery of your function.
Service Benefits
Key Benefits of Manual Therapy
1. Pain Relief
Manual therapy helps reduce both acute and chronic pain by relieving tension in muscles, improving joint movement, and calming irritated nerves.
2. Restores Joint Mobility
Stiff or restricted joints can make daily activities difficult. Gentle mobilization techniques improve range of motion and flexibility, allowing you to move more freely.
3. Improves Blood Circulation
By enhancing blood and lymphatic flow, manual therapy promotes tissue healing, reduces swelling, and speeds up recovery after injury or surgery.
4. Reduces Muscle Tension & Spasms
Hands-on techniques relax tight muscles, ease spasms, and improve overall muscle balance, which helps reduce strain on joints.
5. Enhances Posture and Alignment
Manual therapy corrects muscle and joint imbalances, improving posture and reducing the risk of recurrent pain or injury.
6. Supports Nervous System Function
Specific techniques can calm the nervous system, reducing pain sensitivity and improving movement control.
