Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy is the treatment of any disease, deformity or malfunction by distinct therapeutic measure like exercises, heat, light, water, electrical currents etc. and has over the years gained vast acceptance as a sophisticated and essential medical technology. It aims at maximizing the functional potential of an individual following a disease/dysfunctions or injury.

Our physiotherapy department at metro hospital provides high quality treatments and rehabilitation, cardio-respiratory, pediatric, sports staff is well trained, skilled clinicians who bring experience and an evidence based approach to the treatments. This combined with excellent facilities and state of art equipment ensures that your problem is managed effectively.

The physiotherapy department at metro hospital is one of the largest and efficient department in NCR, with different sections for electro therapy exercise therapy, consultation and waiting area to maintain their own unique components and specialization.

Also the department has attained a mile stone in giving physiotherapy to maximum no. of International Patients for ortho (Joint replacements), Cardio (Value replacements and CABG), Neuro surgeries etc.

Content Edited By - Dr. Pradeep Sharma

Facilities Available

24X7 (In patient)

ELECTROTHERAPY

It is mainly used to decrease pain, spasm, inflammation and facilitate the healing process.

Modalities :

• Shortwave diathermy (SWD)
• Traction (Lumbar & Cervical)
• Infrared/Ultrasound Therapy
• Interferential Current Therapy (IFT)
• Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)
• Wax bath therapy
• Continuous Passive MotionMachine (CPM)
• Mechanical Vibrator (For chest physiotherapy)
• Muscle stimulation
• LASER
• Hot/COLD therapy

EXERCISE THERAPY

Exercise Therapy is a means of accelerating the patients recovery from injuries and diseases, which have altered normal way of living. Exercises are used to correct posture, increase range of motion, flexibility, strength, endurance and control of muscle and/or joint.

• Treadmill
• Wall bars/parallel bars
• Physio balls/medicine ball
• Weight cuffs
• Dumbells
• Ankle Exercises
• Shoulder wheel
• Shoulder pulley
• Wall ladder
• Quadriceps/ Hamstring chair
• Elbow Exercises
• Gripper

SERVICES Available
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation :

This program is catered for individuals with problems like low back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, frozen shoulder, shoulder impingement, joint replacements (Knee, hip) spine surgeries, Whiplash injury, vertigo, headaches, work related disorders etc.

Neurological Rehabilitation:

This caters to people with neurological problems stroke, Parkinsons disease, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, nerve palsy, polneuropathy, etc

Techniques used :

• PNF
• Mat Activities
• Functional Training
• Gait Training
• Balance and Coordination exercises

Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation:

Coronary artery Bypass grafting valve Replacement. This is provided in case of conditions like bronchial Asthma, Bronchiectasis, COPD, Lung surgeries like pneumonectomy, Lobectomy etc. Cardio Respiratory physiotherapy includes aerosol therapy (Nebulization), Postural drainage, Ventilatory muscle training, pacing, coughing and huffing techniques and relaxation techniques.

Paediatric Rehabilitation:

This caters to children with orthopaedic problem (congenital deformities or injuries), neurological problems cerebral palsy, Ergs palsy, muscular dystrophies etc), respiratory problems (asthma, bronchitis etc).

Sports Injury And Rehabilitation:

This program includes common problems like a sprained ankle, tennis elbow, rotator cuff injuries, knee ligament injuries, postural and biomechnical disorders (Scoliosis) etc.

Geriatric care program:

This program caters to the elderly population, who has problems like multipoint pain, frequent falls, osteoporosis, general physical fitness, mobility issues.

Orthotic and Prosthetic Advice:

Advice regarding Insoles, corrective footwear, braces, sprints etc is given.

Ergonomic Advice:

IT covers evaluation and advice for people suffering from problems due to faulty posture induced by occupational stresses.

Women Health:

Pregnancy related problems: antenatal advice and exercises including treatment for back & pelvic girdle pain during and after pregnancy, and for postural problems eg- separated abdominal muscles (diastases rectus abdomens).

Gynecological problems:

Bladder and bowel problems including incontinence, frequency, urgency of bladder, pelvic floor exercises and advice given for pelvic organ prolapsed due to weak pelvic muscles.

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