Physiotherapy in Trabzon

What is physiotherapy and Rehabilitation?

Physical therapy and rehabilitation aims to reduce pain and restore joint movement, muscle strength and everyday function in musculoskeletal and nervous system problems. The programme is planned after examination by a physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor, and sessions are delivered by physiotherapists. Personal exercises, manual therapy and, when needed, heat-cold, TENS, ultrasound or laser are used. The key to lasting success is exercising regularly at home.

How is physiotherapy and Rehabilitation done?

1. Examination and diagnosis by a physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor
2. Setting goals and preparing a personal programme
3. Exercise, manual therapy and devices if needed during sessions
4. Teaching a home exercise programme
5. Updating the programme as you progress

Who is physiotherapy and Rehabilitation suitable for?

• Back and neck pain, disc herniation
• Knee and hip osteoarthritis
• Shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, impingement
• Sports injuries and rehabilitation after surgery (ACL, joint replacement)
• Rehabilitation after stroke and in neurological diseases

Aftercare: what to watch out for

• Do the exercises you learned regularly at home.
• Do not stop exercising when the pain eases; it prevents recurrence.
• If you work at a desk, adjust your workstation and take frequent breaks.

Possible side effects and risks

• Temporary muscle soreness after exercise
• Risk of burns with heat treatments (care in people with reduced sensation)
• Symptoms getting worse with wrong or excessive exercise

Are there alternatives?

For mild pain, staying active and home exercise may be enough. In some cases dry needling, shock wave therapy, injections or surgery may be needed.

What affects the cost of physiotherapy in Trabzon?

The cost of physiotherapy depends on factors such as number and length of sessions; whether it is one-to-one with a physiotherapist; devices and methods used; hospital or private centre, and is set by the doctor after an examination. Under Turkish rules on the advertising of health services, prices are not published on our site; you can ask the doctor directly when you request an appointment.

• Number and length of sessions
• Whether it is one-to-one with a physiotherapist
• Devices and methods used
• Hospital or private centre

Getting treatment in Turkey as a visitor

• Ask the doctor for a written treatment plan, timeline and total cost before you travel.
• Check whether the doctor or clinic staff speak English, or bring a translator for the consultation.
• Plan enough time for check-ups after the procedure before your return flight.
• Keep copies of your X-rays, reports and the materials used (for example the implant brand) for your dentist or doctor at home.
• In an emergency in Turkey, call 112 (free, 24/7). For poisoning, the National Poison Information Centre is 114.