Manual Therapy is the art and science of “hands-on” physiotherapy. It is a foundational part of our treatment philosophy at Providence Physio, allowing us to accurately diagnose and effectively treat the root cause of your pain, restoring mobility and helping you feel better, faster. At our Manual Therapy Clinic, we also support patients who are looking for Manual Therapy and Integrative Manual Therapy as part of their recovery.
What is Manual Therapy?
Manual Therapy is a specialized field of physiotherapy where the therapist uses their hands, rather than a device or machine, to treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. It is a ‘hands-on’ approach that requires advanced clinical reasoning and highly skilled techniques. This approach is often described as a Therapy Manual style of treatment because it relies fully on skilled hand-based techniques. Many patients choose us when searching for manual therapy techniques or manual therapy services in the UK.
This can include:
Joint Mobilisation: Gentle, passive, gliding movements of a joint to reduce pain and increase its range of motion.
Joint Manipulation: A faster, smaller, more specific movement (often associated with a ‘pop’) to gap a joint, release stiffness, and reduce pain.
Soft Tissue Release: A broad term for targeted techniques like therapeutic massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy to release muscle tension, break down scar tissue, and improve circulation.
Assisted Stretching & Neurodynamics: Using hands-on techniques to help you achieve a deeper, more effective stretch or to mobilise nerves gently. These Manual Therapy Techniques are selected based on your assessment and your treatment needs.
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