Physiotherapist in Alberta, Canada

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Physiotherapists are healthcare professionals who use physical therapies to treat patients with injuries, chronic illnesses, and disabilities. Physiotherapy can help to relieve pain, improve range of motion, and increase strength and stamina. Physiotherapists work with patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly. In addition to traditional physiotherapy treatments, such as exercises and stretching, physiotherapists may also use heat and cold therapies, electrical stimulation, and massage. Physiotherapy can be used to treat a wide variety of conditions, including back pain, arthritis, stroke, and cerebral palsy. Physiotherapists often work in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and occupational therapists.