Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy | Recommended Clinic in Singapore

Recommended Clinic focusing on non-surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions, including manual therapy, exercise programs, and modalities like dry needling.

Overview

What is Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy?

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy is a specialized area of physiotherapy that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders related to the muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues. It aims to alleviate pain, improve mobility, restore function, and enhance overall quality of life for patients experiencing musculoskeletal issues.

Common Conditions Treated:

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Back and neck pain
  • Shoulder, knee, or hip injuries (e.g., rotator cuff tears, ACL injuries)
  • Tendonitis or tendinopathy (e.g., tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy)
  • Muscle strains or ligament sprains
  • Post-operative rehabilitation (e.g., after joint replacement or fracture repair)

In musculoskeletal physiotherapy, the goal is not just symptom relief, but also long-term improvement in physical function and prevention of future injuries through personalized care and exercise programs.

Recommended Clinic for Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Our physiotherapists are here to help you. At our clinic, we specialize in providing comprehensive musculoskeletal physiotherapy services designed to address a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. Our highly experienced physiotherapists are dedicated to helping patients reduce pain, restore function, and improve their overall quality of life.

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Available daily from 9 am to 6 pm

Heart & Lung Physio Assessment and Rehabilitation Process

Every session will be conducted on a 1 to 1 basis ensuring full attention and personalisation.

The following assessments will be performed on your first session:

  • Discussing your general health, previous injuries, or surgeries, and the onset and progression of your current injury
  • Understanding your symptoms, identifying location of pain, type and severity of pain, as well as any aggravating or relieving factors
  • Assessing how your current condition affects your daily activities
  • Postural assessment at rest and during exercise
  • Palpation
  • Joint range of motion
  • Strength testing
  • Neurological examination to rule out any nerve involvement
  • Functional testing
  • Special tests

Based on the findings above, your physiotherapist will formulate a diagnosis or identify potential contributing factors to your condition. They will be setting both short- and long-term goals with you to improve your function, reduce pain, and restore your mobility. A tailored physiotherapy plan may include manual therapy, exercise prescription and education to ensure that you meet your recovery goals.

Frequent Asked Questions about Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

What is Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy?

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy is a specialised branch of physiotherapy that focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions related to muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments. It helps alleviate pain, improve movement, and restore function in individuals with injuries, chronic conditions, or post-surgical issues.

Why choose Heart & Lung Physio for my musculoskeletal issues?

At Heart & Lung Physio, our therapists are trained thoroughly in managing acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. With years of experience in musculoskeletal care, our team offers a unique, well-rounded approach that considers your overall health. Whether you are dealing with chronic pain, recovering from surgery, or managing an injury, our knowledge and expertise ensures you get the most effective and personalised care.

How long does musculoskeletal physiotherapy take to show results?

The timeline for recovery varies depending on the nature and severity of your condition. Some patients may see improvements after a few session, while others, especially those with chronic conditions, may require ongoing treatment for weeks or months. Out physiotherapy will regularly assess your progress and adjust the treatment accordingly.

Will I need imaging (X-ray, MRI) before starting physiotherapy?

In many cases, imaging is not required to start physiotherapy. A thorough clinical assessment is usually sufficient to identify the issue and create a treatment plan. However, if our therapist suspects a more complex or serious underlying condition, they may advice you to consult your doctor and get imaging done.

Do I qualify for Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy?

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy is suitable for anyone experiencing any of these conditions:

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Back and neck pain
  • Shoulder, knee, or hip injuries (e.g., rotator cuff tears, ACL injuries)
  • Tendonitis or tendinopathy (e.g., tennis elbow, Achilles tendinopathy)
  • Muscle strains or ligament sprains
  • Post-operative rehabilitation (e.g., after joint replacement or fracture repair)

How we can help

We will start with a physical examination which includes:

Subjective assessment of injury

Assessment of current function and aggravating activities

Objective assessment and Special tests

With this information, we will create an individualised exercise programme to guide you on the appropriate exercises to do to help you achieve your recovery goals.

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