Experience Personalised Auditory Care
Physiotherapy, or physical therapy, is a defined by the chartered society of physiotherapy as a health care profession that “helps to restore movement and function when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability”. The aim of physiotherapy is to facilitate recovery through development, restoration and maintenance of movement and physical function of people affected by injury and illness. Physiotherapy additionally aims to promote good holistic health and prevention of further injury to allow for improvement of quality of life. (World Physiotherapy; Chartered Society of Physiotherapy).
If you would like more information or would like to make an appointment, get in touch.
Physiotherapists are qualified to assess and treat a variety of health conditions. These include:
Orthopaedics
This is related to the treatment of the musculoskeletal system. This includes joints, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Physiotherapy intervention can be implemented for fractures, soft tissue strains and sprains and joint replacements to name a few.
Sports
This is the treatment of all sports related injuries and prevention of further injuries. Physiotherapy intervention includes treatment of muscle strains and sport specific rehabilitation, strength, and conditioning.
Cardiopulmonary
This is related to the treatment of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. These include the lungs and heart. Physiotherapy interventions include treatment of asthma, pneumonia, and post-bypass rehabilitation to name a few.
Neurology
This is related to the treatment of the nervous and neuromuscular systems, including the brain and spinal cord. Physiotherapy treatments include post stroke rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury rehabilitation and others.
Geriatrics
This is related to the treatment of older populations including prevention and rehabilitation of diseases and injury prevalent in older persons. Physiotherapy interventions can be implemented for balance problems, pain management and general physical health maintenance.
Paediatrics
This is related to the treatment of children including developmental delays and physical dysfunctions. Physiotherapy interventions include treatment of Cerebral Palsy, gross motor delays and others.
Pelvic health
This is related to the treatment of the pelvis and pelvic musculature in both men and women. Physiotherapy interventions can assist with urinary incontinence, urinary retention, pelvic floor prolapse and others.
Pain Management
This is related to the treatment of pain, both acute and chronic in the body systems. Physiotherapy treatments include management and rehabilitation of neck and back pain, joint and muscle pain.
Your Physiotherapist Akira Singh
For further physiotherapy information and queries, please contact Akira at the Durban North Smile Centre.
You can also visit Akira’s Instagram page: @akirasinghphysiotherapist.
Resource material and references used:
https://world.physio/resources/what-is-physiotherapy https://www.saphysio.co.za/about-us/definition-and-scope-of-pt/ https://www.physio-pedia.com/Physiotherapy_/_Physical_Therapy https://www.csp.org.uk/careers-jobs/what-physiotherapy https://www.csp.org.uk/conditions https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/physiotherapy/
Audiology
We assess and treat hearing, balance, and related disorders with the expertise of professional audiologists, helping you reconnect with the world around you.
Learn more
Orthodontics
Our orthodontic care focuses on correcting facial and dental irregularities through braces, aligners, and other treatments for both children and adults.
Learn more
Psychology
We offer compassionate, evidence-based psychological care to support mental health, emotional resilience, and personal growth across all stages of life.
Learn more
Cleft Care
We provide comprehensive cleft care for children and families, from early feeding support to surgical planning, speech therapy, and long-term care coordination.
Learn more
Periodontics
Our periodontists specialise in gum disease prevention and treatment, as well as the placement of dental implants for long-term oral health.
Learn more
Speech Therapy
Our speech-language pathologists support patients with communication, language, and swallowing challenges, creating individualised care plans for every age.
Learn more
Oral Hygiene
Our oral hygienists use an interdisciplinary approach to maintain your dental health through preventative care, professional cleaning, and patient education.
Learn more
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapist helps restore movement and function through evidence-based physical therapy, supporting recovery, strength, and mobility.
Learn more
X-Ray Imaging
On-site diagnostic imaging enables quick, accurate insights using advanced X-ray technology to support dental and medical diagnoses.
Learn more
CHANGING LIVES. THE WENTWORTH FOUNDATION
Home to the Wentworth Foundation, creating Smiles for Africa by providing lifechanging care for children with facial and dental irregularities.
We are proud to be home to the Wentworth Foundation, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to supporting indigent children with cleft lip/palate through comprehensive care and community outreach.
