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All around the globe, Physiotherapy has been helping people recover, rehabilitate and transform their lives. It enables people to take charge of their health and improve their overall fitness, mobility, and quality of life.
There are a number of myths and misconceptions about Physiotherapy, including its use, what is involved and the cost. Debunking the common ones is important to better enable us to take charge of our health and improve our overall fitness, mobility, and quality of life.
MYTH: I need a doctor’s referral to see a physiotherapist.
FACT: This depends on many factors. Physiotherapists are extremely thorough when screening their patients. At your first visit they take a detailed medical history and perform specific assessments, and may send you to a Doctor for further tests. Physiotherapists in many countries are now first line practitioners. This means patients can seek treatment from a Physiotherapist without a Doctor’s prior referral. However, your medical insurance may require a referral.
MYTH: Physiotherapy is painful.
FACT: Physiotherapists seek to minimize pain and discomfort—even if it is chronic or long-term. They work within the range of your pain threshold to help you heal, and restore movement. On initial contact you may experience discomfort and some pain but the aim is to keep it very minimal and for you to leave feeling better than you walked in.
