Why Physiotherapy?
Fiona Hills Physiotherapy is a conveniently located physio practice in Jesmond, in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne.
Physiotherapy is a specialised healthcare profession which provides help, advice and treatment for people of all ages with physical problems caused by illness, injury, accident or ageing.
A Physiotherapist can help you to restore movement and function of your body, when problems occur. Physio treatment takes a holistic approach that involves you directly in your own care, so can help to reduce your risk of injury or illness in the future.
Physiotherapy can be beneficial at the first sign of a problem and can stop minor niggles developing into the major problems which leave you unable to carry out normal daily activities, work, hobbies or sports.
If you live locally in Jesmond, contact Fiona today for swift access to quality, professional physio treatment.
Conditions
Fiona commonly treats the following conditions:
Treatments
Manual Therapy
Physiotherapists use manual therapy frequently as a treatment modality for numerous musculoskeletal problems. Using a clinical “hands on” approach, joint and spinal movement can be restored with a series of specific, corrective techniques including massage, soft tissue mobilisation, connective tissue manipulation and mobilisations of the spine, joints and nerve tissue.
Pilates-based core exercise
Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on the balanced development of the body through core strength, flexibility, and awareness of posture. It is an essential component to restoring muscle balance and improving function. It is an excellent tool for self-managing chronic spinal and joint pain. Classes are available at the studio or for assessment and home exercise programme, book an appointment with Fiona.
Occupational Health
Occupational Health Physiotherapy helps employers and staff deal with musculoskeletal health problems at work. Fiona has gained expertise within the specialism of OH services during her work with employees of North East Ambulance Service.
Physiotherapy can help to prevent and reduce the possibility of sickness and injury in the workplace, as well as help staff return to work through treatment and re-training.
Fiona can work with employers and staff to educate them on safe working practices and to train them on matters such as lifting, handling and equipment layout and pacing of activity.
Perhaps you have become disabled and have reduced mobility, or perhaps you have developed a health problem. This may mean you have difficulty with or are unable to carry out your current job. Fiona can discuss with you and your employer what duties you are able to do and what adjustments may be required.
Fiona can provide advice in the form of a report for your employer, including information on the functional impact of your problem. You can give the report to your employer to help explore ways of staying in, or returning to work.