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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