Physiotherapy, being one component of rehabilitation, is a combination of techniques concentrated on prevention and treatment of different diseases. There are different natural and preformed physical factors such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound therapy, laser light, and magnetic therapy that can be performed. In addition to other rehabilitation methods and techniques, physiotherapy with preformed physical factors can be used only in the absence of contraindications.
The significant importance of physiotherapy is determined when applied in the recovery period following various illnesses and conditions caused by injuries, diseases, or damage of various origins – traumatological, orthopedic, and other related to the central and peripheral nervous systems.
A physical therapy prescription is given by a medical professional/physician who approves the use of physiotherapy procedures and selects the necessary procedure along with suitable duration.
Physiotherapy with preformed physical factors should not be carried out in particular cases such as: