Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department

In our hospital's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department, our patients are served with the motto of smiling and quality service by our specialist doctors, physiotherapists, physical therapy technicians, and nurses in line with all diagnosis and treatment methods of contemporary medicine.

Patients can be treated as outpatients or inpatients, depending on their diagnosis and treatment needs. The department treats a wide range of conditions, including osteoporosis (bone loss), osteoarthritis (calcifications), neck and lumbar disc herniations, shoulder and knee pains, and rheumatic diseases, as well as neurological (stroke, MS, Parkinson's, paraplegia) and orthopedic rehabilitation cases (e.g., knee and hip prosthesis, post-arthroscopy). Pediatric diseases (e.g., cerebral palsy), sports injuries, and hand injuries are also addressed.

Who Is Physical Therapy Applied To?

Physical therapy and rehabilitation is a branch of medicine that aims to provide painless and unrestricted movement through physical tools and exercises, enhancing the quality of life. While primarily used for movement system disorders, it can also be applied during the recovery phases of various other system disorders.

Disorders Commonly Treated:

• Painful disorders in the neck, back, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, waist, hip, knee, foot, ankle, and heel areas (e.g., meniscus, heel spur, joint calcifications)
• Lumbar and cervical herniated discs
• Rheumatic diseases causing joint pain and stiffness (e.g., osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis)
• Soft tissue diseases (e.g., fibromyalgia, myalgia, tennis elbow, trigger finger, cellulite)
• Nerve compressions (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatic nerve compression)
• Restless leg syndrome
• Pain due to posture disorders
• Spine curvatures (e.g., scoliosis, kyphosis)
• Osteoporosis (bone thinning)
• Facial paralysis
• Stroke (half-body paralysis)
• Spinal cord injuries (e.g., paraplegia)
• Congenital or acquired paralysis and spastic conditions in children (e.g., cerebral palsy)
• Spasticity
• Muscle weakness and joint movement restrictions due to fractures or other orthopedic causes
• Pre- and post-prosthesis surgeries
• Sports injuries (e.g., ligament tears, meniscus injuries)
• Aging-related spine problems
• Lymphoedema

Most Commonly Used Physical Therapy Methods

• Hot treatments: Infrared, hot pack, paraffin
• Cold treatments: Cold pack, cryotherapy
• Electrical current therapies: TENS, interference, Neuro-Muscular Electrical Stimulation (Compex)
• Ultrasound therapy
• Vacuum treatments: Vacuum interference
• Laser treatments: High-intensity laser (Hiltherapy)
• Shock wave therapy (ESWT)
• Pneumatic compression (Lymphopress): For lymphatic drainage
• Specific exercise treatments: With and without equipment
• Ozone therapy
• Whirlpool bath

Physical therapy is applied by physiotherapists and electrotherapists under the supervision of a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation specialist. Sessions typically last 1-1.5 hours, with 15-20 sessions on average. Rehabilitation involves a longer process, lasting at least 30 sessions.

Common Conditions and Treatments

Osteoarthritis (Calcification)

Osteoarthritis manifests as joint pain and movement restriction, worsening with age. Treatment focuses on reducing pain, protecting and improving joint functions, and preventing disabilities.

Osteoporosis (Bone Thinning)

Osteoporosis occurs when bone quantity and quality decrease due to factors such as menopause, thyroid diseases, inactivity, medications, or alcohol. Treatment aims to prevent fractures and improve bone quality through nutrition, exercise, medication, and physical therapy.

Cervical and Lumbar Herniated Discs

These occur when intervertebral discs shift due to misuse, heavy lifting, or sudden movements. Treatment includes rest, medication, physical therapy, and rehabilitation. Advanced cases may require surgery.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

In collaboration with the Orthopedics Department, rehabilitation services are provided for prosthesis surgeries, arthroscopic interventions, fractures, and hand injuries. The goal is to prepare muscles and joints before surgery and accelerate recovery afterward.

Neurological Rehabilitation

Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services are provided for stroke, MS, Parkinson's, and other neurological diseases, with evaluations conducted pre- and post-surgery.

Athlete Rehabilitation

Sports injuries, including ligament tears and meniscus injuries, are managed in cooperation with the Orthopedics Department, ensuring comprehensive care from diagnosis to recovery.