Physiotherapy and PROCEDURE: Practical exercise therapy


 DEFINITION/DESCRIPTION:
Any therapeutic exercise or active movement which involves the use of manual resistance or the application to the subject, or use by the subject of apparatus. Such activities may be carried out for mobilization of joints and/or strengthening or stretching of muscles.

Contraindication
-           Unsafe environment/equipment
-           Subject intolerance

Hazards/ Complications/ Precautions:
-           Ensure patency of gymnastic ball
-           Discomfort resulting from placement of slings in suspension frame
-           Care with raising and lowering suspension pulleys
-           Control of small apparatus within an enclosed environment
-           Ensure appropriateness of environment for use of equipment
-           Ensure non- slip footwear is appropriate to floor surface

Infection control:
-           Hygiene precautions with regard to equipment used


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