Exercise therapy is a crucial component of physiotherapy that involves the systematic application of physical exercises to restore and enhance physical function, improve strength, flexibility, and endurance, and promote overall health and well-being. It is tailored to individual needs based on a comprehensive assessment and diagnosis. Here’s an in-depth look at exercise therapy in physiotherapy:
These exercises aim to maintain the movement of the joint and prevent muscle shortening, and thus prevent any functional or motor dysfunction in the affected part. It can be performed by the patient himself or with the help of a physiotherapist.
Exercises performed by the patient with the aim of increasing muscle strength and endurance. These exercises are practiced by giving resistance to movement. This resistance is either by a physiotherapist or by some devices.
These exercises aim to increase the flexibility of the muscle and joint, especially in cases of muscle shortness or adhesions that impede the movement of the affected part
These exercises aim to regulate the movement of the affected member against gravity to maintain the movement of the body within the center of gravity and the base of stability to prevent falls and stimulate the interaction between the sensory and motor systems to maintain the balance of the body.
These exercises aim to regulate the movement of the affected member against gravity to maintain the movement of the body within the center of gravity and the base of stability to prevent falls and stimulate the interaction between the sensory and motor systems to maintain the balance of the body.
The aim of any of the previous exercises is to return the patient to his functional life. Accordingly, these exercises are done by giving the patient exercises similar to the jobs he performs in his daily life.
Khalid Aldosari
Physiotherapy Specialist