Physiotherapy can help manage
Mood Disorders
Many people who suffer from depression and anxiety have found holistic relief from physiotherapy. Physiotherapists can help address movement deficits, teach self-care techniques such as deep breathing, and provide exercises that can improve mood and improve functioning.
If you have a mood disorder such as depression or anxiety, Physiotherapy can help manage your physical symptoms. Schedule an appointment with a A7 Health practitioner.
Identifying & Treating the Physical Effects of Mood Disorders
Identifying and treating the physical effects of mood disorders can be a key part of the recovery process. Physiotherapists are uniquely qualified to assess how depression or anxiety may be affecting a person’s posture, movement, and coordination.
They can then develop an individualized treatment plan including specific exercises to help address any deficits in these areas. In addition, physiotherapists can teach relaxation techniques and breathing exercises that can also help support improved mental health.
Physiotherapy and Physical Activity helps manage Mood Disorders
Research on the effects of exercise on mood disorders and associated comorbid conditions, as well as possible biological mechanisms, has found that exercise affects both the physical health parameters of mood disorders and mental health. Exercise also has a positive effect on conditions commonly associated with mood disorders (e.g., anxiety, pain, and insomnia).
There are several measurable components that can be tracked for the benefits that physical activity can have on the brain.
Utilizing Breathing Exercises & Other Mind-Body Techniques
Breath work and other mind-body techniques can be used by physiotherapists to help manage mood disorders. These techniques may include yoga, meditation, deep breathing exercises and visualization. For example, deep breathing activates the relaxation response in the body, which has been shown to reduce stress levels and improve mood.
Physiotherapists can teach their clients how to utilize proven breathing exercises as part of their regular self-care routine.
Creating Home Exercise Programs to Address Physical and Emotional Issues
Your A7 Health Physiotherapist can work with you to develop a home exercise program tailored to your individual needs and abilities. Your program may involve stretching, strengthening, balance or coordination exercises, or those focusing on mindful movement such as yoga.
Your therapist will evaluate your individual physical health issues and functional limitations in order to create an appropriate program that can be done safely in a home environment. In addition, your therapist may include exercises that are aimed at helping you reduce symptoms of anxiety or depression.
Setting Goals for Patients to Help Regulate Moods Through Movement
Setting achievable goals can be an important part of managing mood disorders through physiotherapy.
Discussing exercise goals with you will allow your physiotherapist to understand how you perceive movement, how much progress you want to make and how you recognise success.
Regular discussion regarding the your progress is essential in order to provide guidance and ensure that all expectations are realistic.
Your A7 Health Physiotherapist works collaboratively with you to help you learn coping strategies, relaxation methods and other physical activity skills.
Treatment at A7 Health for the Physical symptoms related to Mood Disorders:
Get Physiotherapy for the physical symptoms related to Mood Disorders – Book an appointment with a Physiotherapist at A7 Health to identify the the physical symptoms associated with your mood disorder, such as pain, insomnia, and anxiety. Some of the treatments include:
- Massage for pain relief and to release muscle tension and spasms.
- Mobilisations on any stiff joints.
- Breathing exercises to activate the relaxation response.
- Stretching, strengthening, and balance or coordination exercises.