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In medicine, there are a huge number of various specializations. Moreover, there are both narrow specialists and more extensive ones. Some of them appeared earlier, others more recently. With the development of science and technology, the introduction of diagnostic equipment into medicine, the issues of diagnosing and treating a number of ailments have disappeared by themselves. In addition, such progress has led to the emergence of a new specialization for doctors – physiotherapy.
Brief information
Physiotherapy refers to the full-fledged sections of medicine in the treatment and diagnostic direction. He studies methods of curative influence of factors on pathological foci. This includes physiotherapy exercises, partially – manual therapy.
Definition of physical therapist
We are talking about a narrowly focused specialist who eliminates processes, all kinds of ailments and serious consequences after injuries, surgical interventions. The healing effect is provided by the influence of some factors of physical genesis.
Scope of competence
The specialization of a worker in this area is sometimes based on a very difficult mission – it is important to restore the patient. For this, procedures, exercise therapy have been created. Only a doctor is able to identify the root cause of the pathological lesion, to conduct a list of adequate examinations. He also deals with the selection of therapy for each individual patient. In this area, the principle applies as precisely as possible – the doctor treats the patient, not the pathology. After all, following specific protocols is not appropriate here. Each patient needs an individual approach, selection of adequate loads and treatment combinations. This is the only way to achieve positive dynamics.
Often a physiotherapist deals with problems of the musculoskeletal system. Also, he must have the skills to work with medical equipment.
What problems does
Often, a doctor of this profile is contacted in such cases:
- with ailments of the musculoskeletal system;
- partially – with lesions of the nervous structures;
- pathology of the genitourinary system;
- in violation of metabolic processes;
- with severe forms of obesity;
- damage to the gastrointestinal structures.
In addition, mandatory consultations and courses of therapy are prescribed for persons with injuries of the back, vertebral elements. The entire rehabilitation course after surgical interventions on the structures of the musculoskeletal system is directly carried out under the supervision of a physiotherapist.
A doctor of such specialization can rightly be called almost the only specialist who should restore impaired motor ability.
Indications for admission
A clear list of indications with which patients can apply for an appointment with a doctor has been developed. Among them: problems with irregular menstruation, urological lesions, early postoperative period, rehabilitation after injuries, preparation for IVF or natural conception of a baby, with inflammatory processes in the reproductive organs of a woman, with damage to the articular apparatus and spine.
It will not be superfluous to consult a specialist for the elderly, to prevent damage to the articular apparatus and in order to strengthen the body in general.
Peculiarities of a pediatric specialist
A children’s physiotherapist has also appeared in many centers and medical institutions. Consultation with such a doctor is extremely important for all babies without exception. Procedures of this kind will never be superfluous. This is especially true of the period of the formation of the baby, his development. It is very important to observe this during kindergarten or school. Physiotherapeutic procedures will keep the baby in good shape, providing him with the proper level of physical endurance.
Diagnostic specifics
Often, the doctor does not use laboratory diagnostics to assess the patient’s condition. Another thing – a number of instrumental techniques. Among the many options, CT, MRI, magnetotherapy, laser therapy, and electrophoresis are often used.
It is important to note that such methods are often used not only for a clarifying examination, but also for subsequent therapy.
Reception scheme
It is possible that at the first visit, the specialist may conduct some diagnostic tests of a physiological direction. This will allow you to get a general idea of the patient’s condition, the extent and extent of the disease.
It is extremely important to study the history of the disease, so such specialists often simply do not accept patients without it. The anamnesis, complaints, examination results are evaluated.
In this case, it is important that compliance arise between the patient and the doctor – mutual understanding and trust. Then you can expect a clear implementation of all medical prescriptions. The effectiveness of therapy and rehabilitation depends on this.
Treatment methods
Basically, in daily practice, such a specialist uses a standard list of therapy. It includes therapy with current, ultrasound, cold and thermal stimuli, exercise therapy exercises and manual influence techniques.
In addition, complex therapy sometimes requires a change in diet, even lifestyle.
Recommendations of a specialist
This treatment should not be taken lightly. At first glance, the classes are elementary. But they should be used only after visiting and recommendations of a competent specialist.
At first, this kind of exercise should be carried out exclusively under medical guidance or coaching supervision. In order to avoid serious damage, it is important to take care of yourself and follow special recommendations:
- Strengthen your immune system regularly.
- Rest.
- Adhere to the principles of balance and timeliness of nutrition.
- Normalization and safety of any kind of loads.
- Complete rejection of self-treatment in any of its manifestations.
Regular adherence to such rules will minimize serious illnesses and prevent complications.