FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our treatments, recovery process, and clinic services.
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Physiotherapy (physical therapy) is a healthcare profession that assesses, diagnoses, and treats conditions affecting movement and function. Physiotherapists use exercise, manual therapy, education, and techniques like dry needling and electrotherapy to relieve pain, restore movement, and prevent injury.
The number of sessions depends on your condition and how your body responds to treatment. Acute injuries (muscle strains, ankle sprains) typically require 3–6 sessions. Chronic conditions (back pain, osteoarthritis) may need 8–12 or more sessions. Your physiotherapist will give you a personalised estimate at your initial assessment.
Some treatments involve mild discomfort — particularly manual therapy, dry needling, or certain exercises. Physiotherapy should never cause severe pain. Always tell your physiotherapist if you are experiencing significant discomfort so they can adjust. Post-treatment soreness lasting 24–48 hours is normal.
In most cases, no. You can self-refer directly to a physiotherapist without a GP referral. Your insurance policy may require a referral for coverage — check your policy. If your condition is complex or you are unsure of the cause, seeing your doctor first is always sensible.
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the area being treated. For lower limb conditions (knee, ankle, hip) wear or bring shorts. For shoulder or neck problems, wear a loose t-shirt. Avoid tight jeans or formal clothing.
Yes. Physiotherapy is one of the most effective treatments for chronic pain. A physiotherapist will develop a personalised programme combining exercise therapy, manual therapy, pain education, and lifestyle advice. Research consistently shows active physiotherapy outperforms medication alone for long-term chronic pain management.
Physiotherapy is a broad clinical discipline covering assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory conditions. Massage therapy focuses specifically on soft tissue manipulation. Physiotherapists can provide massage as part of treatment, but they also prescribe exercise, perform joint mobilisation, use electrotherapy, and develop full rehabilitation programmes.
Initial assessment sessions typically last 45–60 minutes to allow a full evaluation. Follow-up treatment sessions are usually 30–45 minutes. Your physiotherapist may vary session length depending on the complexity of your condition and the treatments involved.
Absolutely. Home exercises are a core part of physiotherapy. Your physiotherapist will prescribe a personalised home exercise programme tailored to your condition. Consistently doing your home exercises between sessions is one of the most important factors in achieving a fast and complete recovery.
Physiotherapy treats a wide range of conditions including sports injuries (ACL tears, ankle sprains, muscle strains), musculoskeletal pain (back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain), post-surgical rehabilitation, osteoarthritis, headaches, pelvic floor problems, neurological conditions (stroke, Parkinson's), and respiratory conditions (asthma, COPD).
We do offer same-day emergency appointments for acute injuries whenever possible. For routine appointments, we typically have availability within 1–3 business days. Call or WhatsApp us and we will accommodate you as quickly as possible.
We offer a free initial consultation at our Jaipur clinic. Session costs vary based on condition and treatment type. Call 7976453018 or visit us at Patel Nagar, Bias Godam, Jaipur for transparent pricing and a personalised treatment estimate.
Still have questions?
Our physiotherapy team is happy to answer any questions and help you get started on your recovery journey.