Physiotherapy Works - The Evidence
We invite you to review evidence-based information on how physiotherapy can help a range of different health conditions.
information provided by Physiotherapy New Zealand
Arthritis
physiotherapy is a cost effective intervention that empowers people
to take control of their arthritis and
consequently their lives ... read more
Falls Prevention
a targeted exercise programme from a
physio can reduce both the rate and the risk of falling ... read more
Low Back Pain
early access to physiotherapy has been shown to improve long term outcomes and decrease healthcare utilisation ... read more
Sports Performance
team’s using the FIFA 11+ programme at least twice a week as part of their training sessions had 30-50% fewer
injured players ... read more
Stroke
there is strong evidence for improved
outcomes if the physiotherapist sees
you soon after your admission to hospital followed by an intensive
period of treatmet ... read more
Urinary Incontinence
surgery costs around $5000 and
physiotherapy $300 - reported patient
improvements were the same at
six months ... read more
Further reports are available from the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (UK):
Cancer Survivorship Cardiac Rehabilitation Chronic Pain COPD
Critical Care Cystic Fibrosis Dementia Care Falls & Fraility
Hip Fracture Lymphoedema Multiple Sclerosis Musculosketal Disorders
Occupational Health Parkinson's Rehabilitation Social Care
Stroke Urinary Incntinence Vestibular Rehabilitation