Gharde Geldenhuys Physiotherapy

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Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth based Physio Practice. Physiotherapy is a profession that assists people with human function and body movement. Physiotherapists are first line practitioners, meaning that one may consult a physiotherapist without a referral from a medical doctor. Physiotherapists are specially trained professionals, who through the use of a combination of assessment and treatment techniques diagnose and treat problems, injuries and movement impairments. Furthermore, they can help repair damage by speeding up the healing process and restoring maximum function by reducing pain and other symptoms such as swelling and stiffness. They also play a major role in prevention of injuries through correcting bio-mechanical deficiencies and prescribing a combination of strengthening exercises and stretches.