Physiotherapy Clinic Glasgow

Physiotherapy Clinic Glasgow FAQ

• How soon after a sports injury should I start physiotherapy?

  In most cases, the sooner the better. Early intervention helps control swelling, prevents stiffness from setting in, and reduces the risk of compensatory injuries from altered movement patterns.

  For acute injuries such as sprains, strains, or ligament damage, we typically recommend booking an assessment within the first 48 to 72 hours. Even if you are still in the acute phase, our physiotherapists can guide you on safe loading, pain management, and the right time to begin active rehabilitation.

• Can physiotherapy help prevent future sports injuries?

  Yes. A large part of our sports injury rehabilitation work focuses on prevention. Once the initial injury has settled, we assess movement quality, muscle imbalances, joint stability, and sport-specific demands to identify the factors that contributed to the injury in the first place.

  From there, we build a tailored strength and conditioning programme to address those weaknesses, so you return to your sport more resilient than before.

• Can physiotherapy help with long-standing back and neck pain, or is it only for recent injuries?

  Physiotherapy is highly effective for chronic back and neck pain, not just acute episodes. Persistent discomfort is often driven by a combination of muscle weakness, poor postural habits, restricted joint mobility, and stress.

  Our treatments combine hands-on manual therapy with targeted strengthening, mobility work, and postural retraining to address the root cause rather than just masking the symptoms. Many patients who have lived with pain for years see meaningful improvement once these underlying factors are corrected.

• How does posture affect back and neck pain, and can it really be corrected?

  Poor posture places sustained load on the spine, shoulders, and surrounding muscles, which over time leads to tightness, weakness, and pain, particularly for those with desk-based jobs or long driving commutes. Posture can absolutely be improved with the right approach.

  Our physiotherapists assess how you sit, stand, and move, then prescribe specific stretching and strengthening exercises along with practical workstation and lifestyle adjustments to retrain your body into healthier patterns.

• When should I start physiotherapy after surgery, and is it safe to begin straight away?

  The timing depends on the procedure and your surgeon’s protocol, but for many operations, including joint replacements, ligament repairs, and spinal surgeries, rehabilitation begins within days of the operation.

  Early, carefully guided movement helps reduce stiffness, prevent muscle wastage, and minimise the risk of complications such as blood clots. We follow your surgeon’s post-operative guidelines closely and progress your programme at a pace that is safe for the healing tissues.