Implementation of physiotherapeutic methods utilizing forces and pressures

Abstract

Abstract The field of physics, particularly medical physics, plays a crucial role in physiotherapy and medicine in general. Forces and pressures are crucial factors that physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals consider when treating patients. In physiotherapy, these forces can aid rehabilitation and pose challenges. This paper explains the principles of manual muscle testing (MMT) and its relation to physics, specifically the use of gravitational force to assess the muscle condition of patients. It also explores the effects of physics on the human body, focusing on fluid circulation and the musculoskeletal system. Additionally, the paper discusses how forces and pressures are integrated into therapeutic exercises while comparing concentric and eccentric movements. The role of buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure, and water viscosity in hydrotherapy is also covered, as well as the use of electromagnetism in specific therapies, such as electrotherapy, magnetotherapy, and laser treatments. The paper aims to highlight the significant impact of physics on cardiopulmonary functions and to raise awareness among physiotherapists and healthcare professionals about the importance of understanding the role of physics in medical interventions. Educating patients about the effect of applied forces and pressures on therapy outcomes is also a topic addressed, which can ultimately help them perform movements correctly and maintain proper posture.