Physiotherapy Nile International

21/09/2023

Do you have jaw pain or problems with opening your jaw? Physiotherapy can help!
Book an appointment with us today on 0705 883370 for a consultation.

30/08/2023

Don't lose mobility because of arthritis. Make an appointment with us today on 0705 883370 to guide you on how you can stay active.

23/08/2023

Are you suffering from joint pain? Make an appointment with us on 0705 883370 for an assessment and for further information.

18/10/2022

CUPPING THERAPY

Cupping therapy also known as vacuum cupping is a practice in which the therapist puts special cups on the skin to create suction. This causes the tissue beneath to be drawn up and swell, causing an increase in blood flow to the area.

Some of the benefits of cupping are;
• Stimulates lymphatic and immune function
• Removes tissue adhesions like muscle knots
• Mobilizes fascia
• Reduces stress and built up tension in the body
• Stimulates tissue repair
• Stimulates production of feel-good hormones
For cupping therapy, make an appointment by calling on +256 705 883370

08/09/2022

08/09/2022

29/07/2022

SPORTS PHYSIOTHERAPY

Are you struggling with an injury sustained while exercising, during recreation or competitive sport? Visit our clinic or make an appointment on 0705883370, our Physiotherapists are ready to assist you.

Sports physiotherapy entails prevention and management of injuries resulting from participation in sport and exercise for all ages and at all levels of ability. It also involves interventions aimed at enhancing performance of non-injured individuals.
We carry out evidence based practice in;
• Injury prevention. Assist recreation and elite athletes and individuals with injury prevention strategies, such as pre-competition screening and risk assessments, load optimization, recovery strategies, secondary prevention. We work hand in hand with other professionals such as strength and conditioning coaches, coaches and trainers.

• Acute intervention: Assessment, diagnosis and treatment of recent sport and exercise related injuries that occur in a variety of contexts such as recreation or elite sport. Such injuries as muscle strains, joint sprains, concussions, contusions, fractures among others.

• Rehabilitation: We offer physical rehabilitation to individuals with injuries requiring mid-term and long-term care, right from the early stages of recovery through return to active sport participation. Most injuries require rehabilitation to ensure that the athlete regains the strength, power, coordination, endurance and confidence to meet the physical demands of the sport. Persons with severe injuries like muscle tears, severe concussions, etc, and those who have undergone operations such as ACL reconstructions, tendon repairs particularly need to undergo professionally supervised rehabilitation programs to ensure full recovery.

• Performance enhancement: We evaluate an individual’s physical and performance-related profile and can advise on ethical interventions to optimize performance in one’s sport, working hand in hand with other professionals.

08/07/2022

EXERCISE THERAPY

Exercise therapy involves treatment using movement and physical activities prescribed to patients (individuals or groups) to assist them in recovering from diseases & impairments, restore bodily functions or maintain a state of well-being.
Exercise therapy commonly includes;
• Strengthening exercises.
• Endurance exercises.
• Balance and coordination exercises.
• Flexibility exercises.
• Agility training.
• Movement pattern training.
• Neuromuscular education.
The nature of exercises prescribed to you in your treatment by the physiotherapist will depend on the nature of the impairment and stage of recovery. The physiotherapist may begin with simple activities and gradually progress over a period of time to advanced exercises as your functional abilities improve. Exercise therapy is often used in conjunction with other therapies such as, Manual therapy, electrotherapy among others.
Benefits of exercise therapy;
 Restores range of motion.
 Strengthens weak muscles.
 Enhances performance in daily activities.
 Allow for ambulation/walking.
 Relax tense muscles, tendons, and fascia.
 Increases circulation.
 Increases respiratory capacity.
 Enhances coordination.
 Reduces rigidity.
 Improves balance and stability.
 Improves muscle and sensory function.
 Medication reduction, fewer hospital visits, and improved overall health.
To book an appointment with our physiotherapists, call 0705883370

10/06/2022

MANUAL THERAPY

Manual therapy is an advanced area of physiotherapy practice that involves examination and treatment of neuro-musculo-skeletal conditions using skilled hand movements. Manual therapies are often integrated with exercise, patient education, and other physical therapy modalities. Manual therapy helps to;
• Relieve (modulate) pain.
• Improve tissue extensibility.
• Increase range of motion of the joints.
• Induce relaxation.
• Improve muscle function.
• Reduce soft tissue swelling and inflammation.
These are some examples of manual therapies; Traction, Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Active Release Techniques, Assisted Active Range of Motion (AAROM), Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization, Joint mobilization and manipulations.
Do you have pain, stiffness, tightness, or other physical dysfunctions? Call 0705883370 to book an appointment for an assessment by our physiotherapists.

13/05/2022

INFRARED THERAPY

Infrared (IR) therapy makes use of various wavelengths of radiant thermal energy that are focused to a part(s) of the body to achieve various therapeutic effects.

Infrared radiation has the ability to get to a depth below the skin layers, it is natural, safe, painless, effective and can provide numerous health benefits, without causing damage to the skin. Some of the benefits of Infrared therapy are;

• Pain relief; Increases the sensory nerve conduction velocity, increase in release of endorphins(body’s natural ‘pain killers’), influencing the pain gate mechanism
• Infrared light facilitates the circulation of oxygen-rich blood in the body, which can help in faster healing of deep tissues.
• Decreases muscle spasms and facilitates relaxation.
• Acceleration of healing and tissue repair.
• Used prior to other therapies like electrical stimulation, manual therapy, exercise therapy.
• Infrared radiations have proven to improve cardiovascular health. Its molecule nitric oxide plays an important part in keeping blood vessels healthy.
• May be an alternative to certain medications.

Some of the conditions in which Infrared therapy can be helpful include; Back pain, Neck pain, arthritis, Arthritis, Bursitis, Muscle strains, Carpal tunnel syndrome, Diabetic neuropathy, Sciatica, Tendonitis, Wounds, Sports injuries, among others.
Call 0705883370 to make an appointment with us, or for more information.

29/04/2022

POST-OPERATIVE PHYSIOTHERAPY

All forms of surgery present with consequences that can be helped with physiotherapy.
Such consequences include; Pain, reduced strength, reduced range of movement, postural problems, swelling, reduced exercise tolerance, breathing difficulties & reduced lung function, reduced mobility, tissue shortening and adhesions, balance and coordination problems, loss of sensation, bed sores, among others.
Physiotherapy after surgery should begin immediately after surgery and may continue for several days, weeks or months depending on an individual’s condition. In some cases, it is initiated before the surgery.
Our physiotherapists will carry out a full assessment and work with you to create short and long-term goals to help you to maximize your recovery potential and reduce any secondary complications that may arise due to surgery.
Some of the benefits of physiotherapy after having surgery are;
• Effective management of your pain.
• Strengthening of weak muscles.
• Stretching of muscles that may have become stiff.
• Improving your posture.
• Regain your independence.
• Reduce any anxiety that you may have and regain your confidence.
• Mobilization exercises to improve circulation and range of movement.
• Help clear any secretions, improve lung volumes and prevent chest infections.
• Advise on effective positioning to increase comfort and reduce the risk of pressure sores.
• Mobilize scars to limit adhesions.
• Help you return to your activities of daily living.

To make an appointment with us or for more information, call 0705883370

16/04/2022