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Should I See a Doctor or Physiotherapist for My Injury?

8/8/2017

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This is often the first question people ask themselves when they suffer from chronic pain or have an acute injury. The truth is, you cannot go wrong visiting either a doctor or physiotherapist. The main difference is the experiences you have during the assessment and treatments provided by a physiotherapist and the assessment and advice of a doctor.

Here is a simple guideline that may help you make your decision.
You should see a physiotherapist if:
  • You have chronic pain.
  • You want to diagnose an injury - physiotherapists have the capability to diagnose your injury or pain without any previous input or referrals from your doctor.
  • You want an exercise plan - whether to strength injuries or learn how to be more physically active, physiotherapists will provide a personalized exercise regimine that fits your needs.
  • You want manual therapy, ultrasound, laser, acupuncture, and other hands-on treatment.
  • You want to increase mobility - whether it's your shoulder, knee or back, if you feel restricted from normal range of motions, physiotherapists will treat this.
  • You just had surgery, injured yourself at home or during physical activity, were in a car accident or had a workplace injury - while physiotherapy can be preventative, it is also a key solution to an acute injury.
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You should see your doctor if:
  • You want scans - doctors provide forms for X-rays, CT and MRI scans to diagnose an injury.
  • You want a referral - physiotherapy does not require a referral, however some extended health insurance does and your doctor  most likely knows the best physiotherapists in your area.
  • You want prescription pain medication - physiotherapists can provide you with different supportive equipment, such as braces, but do not have the capability to prescribe medication.
16 Comments
Ugyen Dorji link
11/18/2017 02:24:04 pm

Hi,
Many of us are still not aware of Physiotherapy, and when should one seek advice from Physiotherapist.
This post clearly explains and solve the confusion that many of us have, that is whether to see a doctor or physiotherapist for our injuries.

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Ugyen Dorji link
11/18/2017 02:25:19 pm

Hi,
Many of us are still not aware of Physiotherapy, and when should one seek advice from Physiotherapist.
This post clearly explains and solve the confusion that many of us have, that is whether to see a doctor or physiotherapist for our injuries.

Reply
Ugyen Dorji link
11/18/2017 02:26:34 pm

Hi,
Many of us are still not aware of Physiotherapy, and when should one seek advice from Physiotherapist.
This post clearly explains and solve the confusion that many of us have, that is whether to see a doctor or physiotherapist for our injuries.

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Kenneth Gladman link
3/13/2018 08:25:24 pm

I hurt my knee playing basketball a few years back and it has never been the same. I have tried some different therapy but nothing has helped. I like that you mentioned how physiotherapy can increase mobility. Perhaps this is worth a try.

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Kairi Gainsborough link
3/26/2018 07:29:30 pm

Thanks for explaining that a physiotherapist can give you an exercise plan that fits my fitness needs. I strained my back the other day, and I really want to know what exercises I can do to strengthen that area so I don't hurt it again. I'll take your advice about who to see for this type of problem.

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Millie Hue link
6/25/2018 09:30:30 pm

Thanks for helping me understand that a physiotherapist can diagnose my injury without having to see a doctor before. With that in mind, I might have to find one first thing in the morning tomorrow. I do not have the budget to see a doctor yet, so it's great to know that I can seek a physiotherapist first. My left foot has been hurt before due to a vehicle passing over it while I was waiting for my friend. It hasn't hurt for awhile. However, it started hurting whenever I get cold, so I wanted to know if there are any serious problems with my foot.

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kate hansen link
1/22/2020 04:44:04 pm

It's good to know that if you have chronic pain, then you should see a physiotherapist. My sister has struggled with chronic pain in her knee for a couple of years now, and she was wondering how she could feel better. I'll make sure to pass this information along to her so she can look into getting physiotherapy.

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Chris Pederson link
1/29/2021 04:48:48 pm

I had no idea that a physiotherapist can diagnose an injury without any previous referrals from a doctor. I could save a ton of money by just going to a physiotherapist. Right now my wife and I are tight on cash so hopefully, we can do this in case one of use gets hurt.

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Braden Bills link
4/27/2021 09:44:37 am

I was in a car accident, and I ended up hurting my back pretty badly. It makes sense that I would want to get a physical therapist to help me out with this! I can see how the proper exercises would be really beneficial.

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Mia Evans link
7/27/2021 01:21:18 am

Thanks for pointing out that a physiotherapist can help treat the restrictions that you might have with your mobility. I will suggest this to my dad because he has been having a hard time walking properly lately. It might be because of his age or it may be connected with arthritis, but it would be helpful for him to really work on moving more to improve his walk.

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Hailey Miller link
12/10/2021 12:05:00 am

Thanks for pointing out that physiotherapists can provide a personalized exercise regimen that fits our needs. My husband has been suffering from plantar fasciitis since last month due to running. He is hoping to find physiotherapists on Monday who can help him improve his condition within six months.

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Millie Hue link
12/16/2021 08:58:49 pm

It really helped when you said that going to a physiotherapy clinic to see a professional will help us get a personalized exercise plan that will fit our needs. I would love to do that so that the lower back pain that I have will get targeted while I start to lose weight as well. I just need to hit two birds in one stone like that since I have limited time in a day or a week for being a single mom.

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Afton Jackson link
8/11/2022 02:39:12 am

Having an exercise plan to help with whatever's bothering you and causing body pain really sounds interesting. This is something I can really see being important for my recent pain developments since they involve parts of my body that I use for my job like my hands and wrists. I'll consult a physiotherapist about this right away so they can give me some good suggestions.

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banii link
1/11/2023 03:47:22 pm

If you have a serious injury, an orthopedic surgeon can help you recover and prevent further injury. That's why athletes often work closely with orthopedic surgeons. Typical injuries that an orthopedist can treat are:

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lancashire shoulderclinic link
2/20/2023 03:40:18 pm

Reconstructive joint surgery is a surgical procedure in which your orthopedic surgeon reconstructs (remodels) your damaged joint while preserving the natural bone and tissue. There are several types of joint reconstructive surgery, such as arthroscopy (using an arthroscope to treat orthopedic conditions), osteotomy (a procedure to remove damaged bone near a joint), arthrodesis .......

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Myofixpt link
2/27/2023 01:08:48 am

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You write every blog post so well. Keep the hard work going and good luck. Hope to see such beneficial post ahead to.

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