ORTHOPAEDICS

Manual therapy

soft tissue & joint mobilisations, manipulations, trigger point pressure, frictions, light or deep tissue massage to restore painfree movement.

Ultrasound therapy

an electrical modality which promotes circulation, tissue repair and reduces pain.

Electrotherapy

various electrical currents can be delivered via 2 or 4 electrodes to relieve pain, reduce swelling and promote healing

Hot & Cold therapy

to reduce pain, swelling and promote range of motion.

Muscle stimulation

an electrical current which can be used in clinic or at home to create a muscle contract and strengthen weak muscles.

Acupuncture

This involves the insertion of fine needles into specific body points or meridians. This traditional form of Chinese medicine can be used to treat a variety of conditions. In orthopaedic physiotherapy it compliments other treatments to reduce pain and restore normal movement.

Rehabilitation Exercises

this is a critical part of recovery of function. A programme of home exercises can be tailored to your specific requirements, monitored and progressed as your body repairs.

Taping or orthopaedic Supports/Braces

this can support and offload the injured joint, ligament or muscle to allow early normal movement even before the tissue has repaired.

Cruthes, Frames, Walking Aids

to reduce the weight bearing on the injured structure and allow early movement and mobility.

Dry Needling

This is a Western form of medical treatment and involves the insertion of fine needles into injured muscles and tissue. Myofascial trigger points are tender localised nodules which exist in painful, tight, injured muscles. Dry needling works by inserting a fine needle into the trigger points (similar to “knots” in a muscle) and eliciting a motor twitch in the muscle. The
results in a reduction in spasm, muscle tone and pain and restores normal elasticity and movement to the tissue. Its effect is immediate and lasting to accelerate the healing process. https://galwayphysio.ie/physio/orthopaedics/