Physio

While your injury or pain may seem to last longer than a reality TV show, with the right help, it can take some time to heal too. Which probably makes you wonder how long does physio take to work? In fact, the time required for physiotherapy depends on several factors. With so many variables, it’s almost impossible to give a straight answer to this in just one article. That being said, there are several ways you can find out what to expect in general.

Extent of Injury

Physio is used to treat a wide variety of injuries. However, in general, you can group treatment into the following categories: soft tissue injuries, minor injuries, and more serious or complicated conditions.

With a minor injury, you can expect 2 to 3 sessions of physio; whereas soft tissue injuries can take up to 8 weeks because this is about the time it takes for the soft tissue to heal; and more severe or chronic illnesses that may have to last 2 months or longer depending on progress.

It is important to note that the number of weeks required does not necessarily correspond to the number of physio appointments. For example, it often happens that appointments become rarer over time, with more emphasis on exercises at home, which brings us to the next point…

Commitment to Recovery

Physiotherapy is not a one-way street. The fastest progressing patients tend to be the ones who get fully involved in the stretches and exercises prescribed by their physiotherapist while making positive changes to their sleep patterns and diet. With only a short time each week or two weeks together, the time spent outside the treatment room is also very important.

Extent of the Physiotherapy Clinic Expertise

The body is inherently complicated, especially when the injury becomes severe. In such situations, additional complications can conceal the root cause of the injury and trigger symptoms to appear in unusual ways. The expertise of the medical team at the physio clinic is essential in this case.

At Performance Chiropractic + Physiotherapy, we are very lucky to have such a large team of physios. The exchange of experience and knowledge between the team has an extremely positive effect on the results of our treatment. Likewise, having access to the best equipment for further examinations allows us to fully treat the discomfort or pain you currently have.

In summary, if you are concerned about the length of treatment, then find an Edmonton physio with expertise in a variety of injuries, access to cutting edge equipment, and great reviews that speak of ease of communication and trust. If you are in or around Edmonton, Performance Chiropractic + Physiotherapy is the place for you. To take the first step towards returning to normal, request your free physio consultation today.