Manual therapy is a set of hands-on techniques the physiotherapist uses to mobilise joints and release muscles and soft tissue. It is an important part of many treatment plans.
It helps relieve pain and stiffness, improves range of motion and prepares the body for strengthening exercises.
Techniques include:
- Joint mobilisation
- Therapeutic massage and myofascial release
- Neuromuscular stretching techniques
- Trigger point therapy