The document provides an overview of physiotherapy, detailing its purpose, methods, and various types of equipment used in practice. Physiotherapists aid individuals recovering from injuries or managing illnesses using a whole-person approach centered on patient participation. It highlights essential equipment such as exercise bikes, treatment tables, and ultrasound machines, emphasizing quality and suitable choices for a professional rehabilitation setting.

1. PHYSIOTHERAPY EQUIPMENT
Memoona Arshad
Group 11
6th Sem
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ISM-IUK

2. WHAT IS PHYSIOTHERAPY?
 Physiotherapists help people affected by injury,
illness or disability through movement and exercise,
manual therapy, education and advice.
 They maintain health for people of all ages, helping
patients to manage pain and prevent disease.
 The profession helps to encourage development
and facilitate recovery, enabling people to stay in
work while helping them remain independent for as
long as possible.

4. WHAT PHYSIOTHERAPISTS DO?
 Physiotherapy is a science-based profession and
takes a “whole person” approach to health and
wellbeing, which includes the patient’s general
lifestyle.
 At the core is the patient’s involvement in their own
care, through education, awareness, empowerment
and participation in their treatment.
 You can benefit from physiotherapy at any time in
your life. Physiotherapy helps with back pain or
sudden injury, managing long-term medical
condition such as asthma, and in preparing for
childbirth or a sporting event.

5. WHY PHYSIOTHERAPY?
 Physiotherapy is a degree-based healthcare profession.
 Physiotherapist use their knowledge and skills to
improve a range of conditions associated with different
systems of the body, such as:
 Neurological (stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's)
 Neuromusculoskeletal (back pain, whiplash associated
disorder, sports injuries, arthritis)
 Cardiovascular (chronic heart disease, rehabilitation after
heart attack)
 Respiratory (asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,
cystic fibrosis).
 Physiotherapists work in a variety of specialism's in
health and social care. Additionally, some
physiotherapists are involved in education, research and
service management.

6. TYPES OF PE
 The right equipment is essential for a clinic that
provides physical therapy, and choosing the right
medical gear for your business is rarely simple.
 High-quality systems often command high prices,
and ensuring you have the tools you need to help
patients with both occupational health development
and recovery is essential.
 You don’t have to break the bank to acquire the
best physical therapy equipment, but you do need
to be sure that your equipment is made of sturdy
material that can withstand regular use by patients
with a variety of different needs and body types.

7. NORDICTRACK
 One of the classic exercise systems found in many of
the best physical rehabilitation centers in the US,
the NordicTrack Classic Pro Skier is a great tool for
helping patients develop strength, stamina, and
coordination.
 The intensity of the workout is easily adjustable,
allowing your patients to adjust the tension on the arms
and skis to match their current levels of development.
 NordicTrack offers a variety of rehab equipment and
physical therapy equipment for sale, and the Classic Pro
Skier is one of its most iconic and practical models.
 The smooth gliding motion makes it easy to perform
necessary movements without jarring or causing
discomfort for recovering patients.

9. NORDICTRACK (CONTD..)
 NordicTrack systems offer three clear benefits that
you may not find in other like equipment:
 Since you use both your arms and legs at the same
time, you burn more calories.
 The low-impact workout it offers is perfect for seniors
and patients who require physical therapy to recuperate
from an injury.
 The machines’ high-quality construction ensures that it
will hold up to vigorous day-to-day use in your busy
clinic environment.

10. TREATMENT TABLES
 Tables for treatment are not optional in a professional
physical rehabilitation center, as you must ensure that
patients can rest comfortably or sit in a variety of
positions as you administer occupational or
rehabilitation therapies.
 Quality treatment tables need to be sturdy enough to
hold heavy patients and have plenty of padding to
ensure that no undue stress is placed upon those who
must sit on the surface for prolonged periods.
 ScripHessco offers a variety of different examination and
treatment tables designed for medical use.
 These heavy-duty options provide all the padding and
support necessary to help your patients feel as
comfortable as possible while undergoing treatment.

12. ULTRASOUND
 Ultrasound equipment has a variety of different
uses and has become increasingly common in
physical therapy.
 Ultrasound therapy is used to treat various injuries,
and viewing equipment that uses ultrasonic
technology can help you identify areas of poor
blood flow or stressed, cracked, or fractured areas
under the skin.
 Mettler Electronics Corp. offers some of the most
up-to-date ultrasonic equipment to help ensure that
your clinic can perform these advanced therapy
techniques.

14. ULTRASOUND (CONTD..)
 Therapeutic ultrasound is generally used to treat:
 Tightness or contracture of the joints
 Ligament injuries and sprains
 Frozen shoulders
 Strains and tears of the muscles
 Tendonitis
 Bursitis

15. ISOKINETICS
 Isokinetic devices are a great way to help patients build
strength or recover from accidents that may have
caused a loss of muscle mass and growth.
 They can also assist with flexibility by applying
resistance during stretching exercises.
 PerformanceHealth is the preferred outlet for purchasing
TheraBand tubes and resistance bands.
 Performance Health offers the equipment in a variety of
different colors and strengths, allowing you to fully
customize the exercises and resistances used by your
recovering or occupational therapy patients.

17. ELECTRICAL MUSCLE STIMULATION
 Electrical muscle stimulation is commonly used after an accident or
severe injury to help promote muscle growth and fight off muscular
atrophy.
 A skilled physiotherapist can use electrical stimulation equipment to
help rebuild basic tone and strength in muscles that have gone
unused or were severely damaged in the recent past.
 These devices are commonly used in the early stages of physical
therapy when traditional exercise options are unavailable due to
extreme weakness in necessary muscle groups.
 DJO Global sells many different electrical muscle stimulation
devices, letting you pick the right setup for your company’s needs.
 These range from intensive systems that provide multiple
simultaneous stimulation points to more basic models and
accessories.

19. EXERCISE BIKE
 The exercise bike is another piece of equipment found
in most modern physical therapy centers.
 This invaluable tool is a great way to help patients
recover from foot, leg, and ankle therapies as well as
build stamina and strength throughout their legs.
 Theracycle produces a wide selection of professional-
grade exercise bikes designed to help patients in a
variety of ways.
 Advanced models provide real-time feedback regarding
the health and fitness level of the user, giving you the
tools you need for constant evaluation of progress
throughout the rehabilitation process.
 Even though the bike can be tough on those with knee
pain when bending the long term benefits are worth
fighting for.

21. EXERCISE BIKE (CONTD..)
 Many physical therapists prefer recumbent
stationary bicycles over upright bicycles for
recovering patients, as they:
 Are ideal for use with all age groups
 Encourage thoracic and lumbar flexion
 Helps to keep a stable zone of apposition

22. EXERCISE BALLS
 Another simple yet effective tool for the modern physical
therapy clinic is the exercise ball.
 Exercise balls are durable spheres that are great for stretching
many parts of the body and promoting balance and
coordination.
 Clinton Industries Inc. sells exercise balls in many shapes and
sizes, giving you further control over how your patients
progress through their exercise programs.
 These balls are available in a variety of different strengths and
forms, with specialized models allowing rehabilitation of
specific areas of the body and more general designs giving
patients access to a full range of exercise options.
 The selection of colors, strengths, and sizes allows you to
work with children and adults of virtually all sizes.
 Exercise balls are great for in-home physical therapy and
people of all ages.

24. REFERENCES
 7 Best Types of Physical Therapy Equipment and
Tools (guidedoc.com)
 What is physiotherapy? | The Chartered Society of
Physiotherapy (csp.org.uk)

25.  THANK YOU 