Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

What is Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation?

Physical therapy and rehabilitation is a medical discipline applied to treat diseases of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, cardiovascular system and respiratory system, to restore functions and to increase quality of life. Physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists specializing in this field use various treatment methods to increase patients’ mobility, reduce pain and enable them to continue their daily life activities independently.

Scope of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

• Musculoskeletal System Diseases:
  • Low Back and Neck Pain: Conditions such as disc herniation, lumbar disc herniation, neck herniation and muscle spasms.
  • Arthritis and Arthrosis: Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and other joint diseases.
  • Sports Injuries: Meniscus tears, ligament injuries, tendonitis and muscle injuries.
  • Fractures and Dislocations: Rehabilitation after healing of fractures, treatment of dislocations.
• Neurological Diseases:
  • Stroke: Motor and functional rehabilitation after stroke.
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Increasing mobility and fatigue management in MS patients.
  • Parkinson’s Disease: Reducing movement disorders and muscle stiffness.
  • Cerebral Palsy: Improving movement and muscle tone in children.
• Cardiovascular and Respiratory System Diseases:
  • Heart Rehabilitation: Rehabilitation after heart attack, bypass surgery and other cardiac diseases.
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation: Increasing respiratory capacity after COPD, asthma and other respiratory diseases.
• Orthopedic Rehabilitation:
  • Post-Orthopedic Surgery Rehabilitation: Accelerating the recovery process after prosthetic surgeries, meniscus surgeries and other orthopedic surgeries.
• Pediatric Rehabilitation:
  • Developmental Disorders: Increasing mobility in autism, Down syndrome and other developmental disorders.
• Geriatric Rehabilitation: Preventing falls, increasing muscle strength and balance in elderly individuals.
• Oncological Rehabilitation: Increasing functional capacity and quality of life after cancer treatment.
• Pain Management: Reducing pain and increasing functional capacity in chronic pain syndromes, fibromyalgia and other pain conditions.

The Importance of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Physical therapy and rehabilitation play a critical role in enabling patients to independently continue their daily activities, reduce pain and increase their overall quality of life. This treatment method aims to avoid surgical interventions, accelerate the recovery process and prevent long-term health problems.

Diagnosis and Treatment Methods Used in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

• Physical Examination and Assessment: The patient’s muscle strength, range of motion, posture, balance and walking ability are evaluated.
• Imaging Methods: Detection of musculoskeletal system problems with imaging methods such as X-ray, MRI, CT and ultrasound.
• Manual Therapy: Improvement of joint and muscle functions with manual treatment methods.
• Exercise Therapy: Personalized exercise programs to increase muscle strength, flexibility, balance and cardiovascular capacity.
• Electrotherapy: The use of electrical stimulation to reduce pain and improve muscle function.
• Ultrasound Therapy: The use of ultrasonic waves to heat deep tissue and speed up the healing process.
• Laser Therapy: The use of low-level laser beams to promote tissue healing and pain management.
• Dry Needling: A method used to treat muscle spasms and trigger points.
• Hydrotherapy: The improvement of musculoskeletal functions through exercises performed in water.
• Kinesio tape: Special taping techniques used to provide muscle and joint support, reduce pain, and facilitate movement.
• Neurological Rehabilitation Techniques: Bobath, PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation), and other neurorehabilitation techniques.
• Functional Education and Adaptive Devices: The use of functional education and adaptive devices to increase independence in activities of daily living.

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation with Asumed Health Care

Asumed Health Care provides the best service in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation by collaborating with Turkey’s leading health institutions. The main services we offer to our patients are as follows:

• Comprehensive Assessment and Diagnosis: We ensure that our patients undergo a comprehensive assessment. We ensure that accurate diagnosis is made and appropriate treatment plans are prepared with physical examination, imaging methods and other diagnostic tools.
• Personalized Treatment Plans: We create personalized treatment plans according to the needs of our patients. We apply exercise therapy, manual therapy, electrotherapy and other treatment methods.
• Rehabilitation Programs: We offer orthopedic, neurological, cardiovascular, pulmonary, pediatric and geriatric rehabilitation programs.
• Pain Management: We provide pain management services for chronic pain syndromes, fibromyalgia and other pain conditions.
• Patient Education and Support: We inform and support our patients about treatment processes, exercise programs and daily living activities.
• Functional Education and Adaptive Devices: We provide consultancy on the use of functional education and adaptive devices to increase independence in daily living activities.
• International Patient Support: We offer services specifically designed for our patients coming from abroad. These services include guidance, accommodation and transportation arrangements, translation services and support for other needs.