Physiotherapy
We have a team of highly skilled specialists in physiotherapy across all of our nationwide clinics with expertise in areas such as limb loss, prosthetic and orthotic rehabilitation, polytrauma, paediatrics and pain rehabilitation. Collectively, the team bring an extensive knowledge base and a broad skillset to Dorset Orthopaedic, having previously worked within the NHS, elite sport, private practice and the military. Our physiotherapists pride themselves on their holistic approach to patient care and use problem-solving skills to formulate individualised treatment plans for patients.
We have created a Real World Rehab programme which prepares individuals for independent living by integrating therapy into everyday environments. Through personalised, real-life experiences—from hotel stays and grocery shopping to public gyms and outdoor spaces—patients build confidence and practical skills for a smoother transition back into daily life.
Our rehabilitation packages are fully tailored to meet the individual needs and goals of each patient. To provide the most comprehensive support, we offer four core strands including Residential Rehab, Outpatient Specialists, Community Support and Inpatient Rehab.
Not just an exercise programme!
During rehabilitation, our therapists use a range of different treatments to optimise our clients biomechanics and overall function. After a thorough assessment to determine what areas need addressing, we will choose which physiotherapy adjunct is most suitable from a wide range of options. Some of these include, exercise prescriptions, manual therapy, hydrotherapy, pilates and gait re-education.
What patient groups do we treat?
The majority of our clients will have suffered significant limb trauma and require support from a prosthetic or orthotic device. This could be in the form of an insole, supportive brace or prosthetic limb.
We support clients at all stages of their journey to recovery and can address a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions outside the main injuries to support a whole body approach to repair.
Our clinicians are also very skilled in treating peripheral nerve injuries such as foot drop and work with the Orthotist to provide appropriate brace support alongside the therapeutic treatment of pain, soft tissue and scar management and functional electrical stimulation if indicated.
Where do we start?
Our first meeting with a new client will be a full assessment to try and understand as much as we can about life before the injury, life now and future aspirations. The information gained during this meeting helps guide our clinical team as to which prosthetic or orthotic prescriptions may work best for the client and what therapy is required to support this.
Following this assessment, a letter will be sent to the instructing party detailing the findings of the assessment and recommendations made along with the associated costs.
If you would like to make a referral for an assessment or wish to speak to us regarding working with you or one of your clients, please send us an enquiry through the ‘contact’ section of the website.
