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How mobilisations and manipulations by a qualified physiotherapist can help

Mobilisation and manipulations are manual techniques used to aid joint movement. They are normally used by a physiotherapist when their patient has joint stiffness or pain. They can be used in a variety of circumstances and are helpful to treat back pain, neck pain and leg pain to name a few.

How will Mobilisation help me?

Mobilisations are used by physiotherapists when there is joint stiffness, and you have a limited range of movements. The patient will be in a relaxed position while the physiotherapist will move the joint, applying varying amounts of pressure, within the range of movement permitted. The patient would be unable to perform these movements due to pain without the support from the physiotherapist. This has a range of benefits such as improving joint function and range of movement whilst providing pain relief and loosen up stiff muscles.

What is Manipulation?

Manipulations are slightly different to mobilisations as they involve the physiotherapist moving the joint beyond the range of movement achieved independently by the patient. You often hear a crack or popping sound during a manipulation as these are more intense than mobilisations. They help to increase range of movement at joints and relax muscles around the joint.

If you feel that manipulations and mobilisations can help you overcome and manage your joint pain, please contact Home Physio Group on 0330 335 1016  to talk to our team, or alternatively, please use the contact form on the website and we will reach out to you.

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We are a dedicated team of Chartered Physiotherapists working exclusively in your home and providing the highest level of care. We recognise the importance of knowing that you are in safe hands and being looked after. With this is mind, our client management team are here to assist you every step of the way and will answer any questions you may have. We are passionate about helping you to reach your goals, relieve your pain, and improve your mobility.

The benefits of using our service include:

  • All our physiotherapists are hand-picked professionals with years of experience
  • We are registered with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). All our physiotherapists are checked by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) 
  • We will arrange visits in your own home (or care home or place of work) at a convenient time to you
  • We work at speed and do not have a waiting list
  • We offer daytime, evening and weekend appointments
  • Our team work closely with the country’s leading consultants and specialists in their field
  • You will always have the same physiotherapist visiting you at home
  • You can have as many visits as you require
  • Our fixed pricing structure can be provided in writing so that you can consider it in your own time
  • We believe there is no “one size fits all” approach to care. Your personalised programme and treatment strategy will be unique to you