What it is,
and who does it.
Manual therapy is hands-on treatment applied by a physiotherapist to joints, muscle and connective tissue. It is sometimes called osteopathic or manual physiotherapy technique. At Aspire Physio these techniques are delivered by licensed physiotherapists, and they are used to reduce pain and restore movement so you can load the area properly again.
Technique follows assessment. Your physio checks how you move, finds what is stiff, weak or compensating, then chooses the hands-on work that fits.
It settles symptoms. It reduces pain and restores movement.
It does not fix the cause on its own, so most plans move quickly to exercise and strength work to keep the gain.
Licensed physiotherapists at Aspire Physio.
Six tools,
chosen after assessment.
Joint and spine mobilisation
Controlled, graded movements applied to a stiff joint or section of the spine to improve how it moves and ease pain.
Deep tissue and sports massage
Firmer soft tissue work for muscles that are overloaded or guarding, common in people who train hard or sit all day.
Trigger point therapy
Sustained pressure on tender, tight points in a muscle to reduce pain and tension.
Myofascial release
Slow, sustained pressure through muscle and the connective tissue around it. Read the full explanation.
Dry needling
Fine needles placed into tight muscle by a trained physiotherapist, used where it suits the problem.
Corrective exercise
As pain settles the plan shifts to corrective exercise and loading, so the area keeps the gain.
Assessment first,
technique second.
Assess
Your physio checks how you move and finds what is stiff, weak or compensating.
Treat
Hands-on work chosen to fit the problem, used where it helps and for as long as it helps.
Strengthen
As pain settles the plan shifts to corrective exercise and loading. Your physio and strength coach work from one plan.
Your first visit
is free.
Your first consultation is free. We review your history, screen for the root cause and propose a treatment plan.
Book a time and we walk you through the plan on the day. There is nothing to pay for the consultation and no obligation to continue.
Aspire is a licensed clinic. If your health insurance covers physiotherapy, you can claim it back. We do not bill insurers direct. We give you dated receipts, a consultation report and your treatment plan.
Manual therapy,
answered.
Who delivers the treatment?
Licensed physiotherapists at Aspire Physio.
Will manual therapy fix my problem on its own?
It settles symptoms. It does not fix the cause on its own, so most plans move quickly to exercise and strength work to keep the gain.
Does dry needling hurt?
Some people feel a brief ache or a twitch in the muscle. Tell your physio how it feels and they adjust. It is used only where it suits the problem.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on the cause. We reassess at each visit and change the plan with the results.
Can I keep training?
Usually yes, with the program adjusted around the problem area. Your physio will say what to change.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. Your first consultation is free. We review your history, screen for the root cause and propose a treatment plan. There is nothing to pay and no obligation to continue.
Can I claim physiotherapy on my insurance?
If your health insurance covers physiotherapy, you can claim it back. We do not bill insurers direct. We give you dated receipts, a consultation report and your treatment plan.
Where is the clinic?
Aspire Physio is at Jasmine City on Sukhumvit Soi 23, Asok, a short walk from Asok BTS and Sukhumvit MRT. We are open Monday to Friday 7am to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday 8am to 4pm. Free parking on site for up to 2 hours.
Hands-on treatment,
then strength.
Start with a free consultation. Your physio assesses first and chooses the technique that fits.
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