Are you experiencing persistent body aches and pains that are interfering with your daily life?
Body aches and pains can significantly impact your daily life. The last thing you want is to let them prevent you from enjoying your favorite activities. Our center of physiotherapy in Nicosia can help you regain your mobility and live a pain-free life!
Physiotherapy Nicosia-
Elinos Petrou Physio & Rehab Center focuses on helping people with orthopedic and musculoskeletal problems, such as injuries to bones, joints, muscles, and tendons.
Physical Therapy
Physiotherapy which is also known as physical therapy is an essential healthcare service meant to assist people to regain their physical strength, mobility and functionality as well as control pain. Physical therapy is effective for long term health and well being, whether it’s recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or overcoming a neurological disorder.
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Acupuncture - Dry Needling
Dry needling is an evidence supported physiotherapy technique used to relieve musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This technique targets myofascial trigger points – tight, hyperirritable spots in muscle tissue – to alleviate pain, improve muscle function and improve mobility. The research has shown dry needling as an effective treatment, along with other physiotherapy interventions formyofascial pain syndrome, chronic pain, and sports related injuries.
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Physical Therapy
Physiotherapy which is also known as physical therapy is an essential healthcare service meant to assist people to regain their physical strength, mobility and functionality as well as control pain. Physical therapy is effective for long term health and well being, whether it’s recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or overcoming a neurological disorder.
more about Physical Therapy
Acupuncture - Dry Needling
Dry needling is an evidence supported physiotherapy technique used to relieve musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. This technique targets myofascial trigger points – tight, hyperirritable spots in muscle tissue – to alleviate pain, improve muscle function and improve mobility. The research has shown dry needling as an effective treatment, along with other physiotherapy interventions formyofascial pain syndrome, chronic pain, and sports related injuries.
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Shockwave Therapy
High Intesity Laser
ShockwaveTherapyis a non invasive treatment for plantar fasciitis,tendinitis,tennis elbow andmuscle injuries.It is the process of directing targeted sound waves to reduce pain, stimulate healing and dissolve calcifications. Conditions that have not been responsive to other methods of treatment are often responsive to shock wave therapy.
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High Intensity Laseruses as a non invasive treatment to reduce pain, inflammation and promote tissue healing. HILT renders concentrated light energy onto the affected spot, thereby enhancing cell energy use and quickening recovery time. It’s often used to treat sports injuries, arthritis, and chronic pain.
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Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapyis a non invasive treatment for plantar fasciitis,tendinitis,tennis elbow andmuscle injuries.It is the process of directing targeted sound waves to reduce pain, stimulate healing and dissolve calcifications. Conditions that have not been responsive to other methods of treatment are often responsive to shock wave therapy.
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High Intesity Laser
High Intensity Laseruses as a non invasive treatment to reduce pain, inflammation and promote tissue healing. HILT renders concentrated light energy onto the affected spot, thereby enhancing cell energy use and quickening recovery time. It’s often used to treat sports injuries, arthritis, and chronic pain.
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CPM Hip / Knee
CPM therapy is a physiotherapy technique. It aids after joint surgery or injury. It decreases swelling, and improves the range of motion, and helps to heal. It’s a specialised machine used. It will do this by moving the affected joint, through a defined range of motion, in a controlled fashion. After hip or knee replacement surgery, CPM therapy is often used. It staves off stiffness and helps in recovery.
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Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasoundis a nonintrusive treatment provided in physiotherapy to decrease pain and inflammation and increase healing of tissues. It uses high frequency sound waves to heat deep tissues, increase blood flow and relax. Therapeutic ultrasound is routinely used to treat muscle strains, tendonitis and arthritis.
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CPM Hip / Knee
CPM therapyis a physiotherapy technique. It aids after joint surgery or injury. It decreases swelling, and improves the range of motion, and helps to heal. It’s a specialised machine used. It will do this by moving the affected joint, through a defined range of motion, in a controlled fashion. After hip or knee replacement surgery, CPM therapy is often used. It staves off stiffness and helps in recovery.
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Therapeutic Ultrasound
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Therapeutic ultrasoundis a nonintrusive treatment provided in physiotherapy to decrease pain and inflammation and increase healing of tissues. It uses high frequency sound waves to heat deep tissues, increase blood flow and relax. Therapeutic ultrasound is routinely used to treat muscle strains, tendonitis and arthritis.
Therapeutic Massage
Physiotherapy therapeutic massage is a hands on method used to help reduce pain, improve flexibility and promote relaxation. It is when you apply pressure to muscles and soft tissues to relieve tension, increase circulation and lessen stress. Therapeutic massage is used to treat chronic pain, sports injuries and anxiety.
Compression Therapy
Compression therapy is a technique used to reduce swelling, improve circulation, decrease muscle soreness, tiredness, post surgical and help support damaged tissues. Normally it entails applying pressure to the affected area with compression boots. Compression therapy is a common treatment for sports related injuries or tiredness, lymphedema, edema due to immobility, sprains, strains and peripheral artery disease.
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Physiotherapy Nicosia - FAQ
What can I expect during my first physiotherapy session?
Your first physiotherapy session is really important. The physiotherapist will start by asking about your health history and what brought you in. They’ll do some special tests and movements to figure out what’s causing the problem. Based on this, they will make a plan to help you get better. After each session, they’ll check how you’re doing and set new goals to help you recover as quickly as possible.
How long does each physiotherapy session last?
Each session usually lasts between 45 to 60 minutes.
In which conditions is physiotherapy used?
Physiotherapy can help people of all ages with many different conditions or injuries. Some of the things it can help with include:
● Back pain
● Neck pain
● Shoulder pain
● Sports injuries
● Movement problems (like trouble walking or moving after a stroke or Parkinson’s)
● Balance issues
● Breathing problems (like with COPD or heart failure)
What does physiotherapy help with?
A physical therapist is a health professional who helps people maximize their mobility and improve their function after injury or illness. It is a type of rehabilitation that focuses on the musculoskeletal system to correct motor dysfunctions. A physical therapist can assess and treat or improve functional impairments caused by injury, disability, disease, or other reasons.
How much does a session of physiotherapy cost?
At our physiotherapy Nicosia center, sessions can take place either through GESY or privately.
- Via GeSY: There is a co-payment of 10 euros for people who have not exceeded their annual co-payment.
- Private: The fee is 30 euros per session.
Patients have the opportunity to choose the most suitable option according to their needs and preferences.
Is Gesy physiotherapy sessions free?
In the Gesy, physiotherapy is not completely free. There’s a co-payment of 10 euros if you haven’t reached your annual copayment limit yet.
What medical conditions do physiotherapists treat?
Physiotherapists are health professionals who are trained and specialized in solving musculoskeletal problems. Physiotherapists can help improve injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system, tendons, ligaments, joints, nerves and bones. Physiotherapists can identify, through a personalized examination, which tissue is involved and help resolve the problem.
- Lower back pain and sciatica
- Pain in the neck
- Shoulder impingement syndrome
- Frozen shoulder
- Sprains
- Joint dysfunctions or joint instability
- Various forms of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Spinal herniated discs
- Spondylolysis and spondylolisthesis
- Rehabilitation after surgeries
- Post-operative rehabilitation of total arthroplasty (total hip, knee and shoulder arthroplasty)
- After fractures
- Muscle weakness and bruising
- Impaired balance to prevent fall
- Specific syndromes and injuries:
- Rotator cuff syndrome
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
- Epicondylitis (Tennis elbow)
- Internal epicondylitis (Golfer’s elbow)
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Swimmer’s Shoulder Syndrome
- Jumper’s Knee Syndrome
- Runner’s Knee Syndrome
- Shin Splints
- Compartment Syndrome
- De Quervain’s syndrome
- Iliotibial Band Syndrome
- Piriformis Syndrome
- Chondromalacia Patella
- Plantar Fasciitis
Some of these issues might cause migraines, so the patient might consider consulting a different doctor. However, the problem can often be solved by a physiotherapist who can address the root cause of the migraine or headache.
How many physiotherapy sessions will I need?
How many sessions you need depends on your injury or condition. Everyone is different, so after the first visit, your physiotherapist will tell you how many sessions you should have. Most people need around 2-3 sessions a week for about 3-10 weeks. This could include treatments like shockwave therapy or high-intensity laser treatment and exercises to speed up recovery.
Can physiotherapy help with chronic conditions?
Chronic conditions are those that last longer than 6 months. These conditions affect the patients’ quality of life and functionality during their daily activities. A chronic condition can be due to a musculoskeletal, neurological or cardiorespiratory etiology. Through the physical therapy approach, the symptoms experienced by the patient can be resolved or slowed down.
Who needs physiotherapy?
Chronic conditions are those that last longer than 6 months.
Lots of people need physiotherapy! It can help with many different problems. There are different types of physiotherapy for different needs:
- Orthopedic/musculoskeletal therapy (for bones and muscles)
- Neurological therapy (for brain and nerve issues)
- Cardiopulmonary therapy (for heart and lung issues)
- Pediatric therapy (for kids)
- Geriatric therapy (for older adults)
- Rehabilitation and pain management (to help after injuries or surgery)
Why is physio expensive?
Physiotherapy is important for getting better after injuries or surgery, but it can be costly. Prices can be different depending on where you go and what treatments you need. Some centers may offer special services like shockwave therapy or high-intensity laser treatment, which can be more expensive. But it’s a crucial part of getting healthy again.
Physiotherapy Nicosia - See What Our Patients Are Saying
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I had a good experience with Elinos Petrou at physiotherapy Nicosia. His personalized approach and knowledge led to a significant improvement in my tennis elbow pain. ....
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I’m glad I met Elinos. For 8 months, I had terrible pain in my elbow. He advised me to create a personal physiotherapy program, which has helped reduce the pain. I’m so thankful!!
Despina Drakou ★★★★★
Excellent physiotherapy services, knowledgeable and friendly staff! I highly recommend Elinos Petrou for his professionalism, attentiveness and personalized approach!.....
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I had a good experience with Elinos Petrou at physiotherapy Nicosia. His personalized approach and knowledge led to a significant improvement in my tennis elbow pain. ....
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Professional, knowledgeable, and effective. My condition has improved greatly. Highly recommend!
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