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Manual therapy

Manual therapy is a specialization within the fysiotherapy. The aim of the treatment is to improve the functioning of the joints and to improve posture and movement(s).
About manual therapy

We often use manual therapy for neck and back problems. Manual therapy can also be of added value for other joint problems. In addition, you should practice yourself to optimize the effect of this therapy.

More treatment options

In addition to manual therapy, we also offer other treatment options. Click below for an overview of our treatment options.

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Manual therapy

To call yourself a manual therapist, you must first have completed the Manual Therapy specialization, a three-year master's degree. We now have four manual therapists in our practice, spread over all locations. A fifth will start soon fysiotherapist with this training.

 

We use manual therapy for back and neck complaints, but the treatment method is also extremely effective for other joint complaints. The aim of manual therapy is to improve the functioning of joints and to improve posture and movement(s).

 

When you are under treatment with the manual therapist, you will also receive homework exercises to maintain the effectiveness of the therapy. If the manual therapist has made a joint more mobile, this improved mobility must be optimized at home. If you do not exercise or exercise too little, the mobility will decrease.

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How does it work?

Manual therapy looks at joints that do not function optimally. If this applies to you, it can be decided to switch to manual therapy - a mobilization technique in which the joint is positioned in the optimal position. This may be accompanied by a cracking sound. However, it is not the intention to generate the 'snap'. Nor is it the case that this sensation must be felt in order to obtain an effective treatment.
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Intake
During the intake, your physical problem will be mapped out on the basis of an interview and a physical examination.

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Therapy
During a manual therapy treatment, the affected joint will be assessed and treated. The duration of the treatment is approximately 20 minutes.

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Homework exercises
After a treatment you will receive homework exercises to optimize the effect of the treatment.

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Follow-up appointment
If necessary, a follow-up appointment will be scheduled. During this follow-up appointment, the previous treatment is briefly evaluated.

Treatments for

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Exercise therapy

During the exercise therapy we look for shortcomings and/or limitations that are present at that moment: mobility, balance, coordination, strength endurance, strength and speed. They differ per individual. You therefore receive exercise therapy that is tailored to your needs.

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Gait analysis and/or shoe advice

During the gait analysis, your old shoes will be assessed. You have to walk up and down in front of the camera a few times to film and analyze your walking pattern. You then walk barefoot in front of the camera several times and, if necessary, in corrected shoes to judge the difference. The gait pattern is then assessed frame by frame to determine whether there is compensation from the feet, knees and/or hip/pelvis and appropriate shoe advice can be given.

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Dry Needling

Dry needling is the insertion of a 'dry' needle (without the addition of medication) into the affected muscle(s). The treatment often results in pain relief and improved mobility of the affected muscles and joints.

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Mulligan concept

The Mulligan concept is a safe and effective way of mobilizing joints. The therapy is pain-free, should give immediate improvement, which improvement should last for a long time.

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Shockwave

Shockwave is a treatment technique in which patients are exposed to powerful 'shock waves', which are precisely directed by means of a treatment head. In this way, these waves have a mechanical effect at the desired location in the body.

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Medical Taping Concept

We regularly tap according to the concept of medical taping to achieve a long-term effect of the treatment.

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Isokinetic strength test

This test is widely used within our rehabilitation programs to assess where you stand in rehabilitation, what the next steps are in recovery and whether you can start with (partial) sports resumption.

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Ultrasound

Using ultrasound, we can assess the tendons and muscles that may be involved in the complaint. This ensures that the treatment can be better tailored to the structure that is affected.

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You can reach us by phone or email via the telephone number or registration form below. Clearly state the complaint. Then we make an appointment with a specialist fysiotherapist.