Joint Mobilisation
Joint mobilisation is a specialised technique used in physiotherapy to improve joint mobility, restore proper movement, and enhance overall function. It involves skilled manual therapy techniques applied to specific joints to address restrictions, stiffness, or pain. Joint mobilisation plays a crucial role in promoting optimal joint health and supporting the body’s ability to move and perform daily activities effectively.
Why is Joint Mobility Important?
Range of Motion
Adequate joint mobility allows for a full range of motion, enabling smooth and unrestricted movement. It allows us to perform activities such as walking, bending, reaching, and lifting without limitations or discomfort.
Flexibility
Optimal joint mobility contributes to overall flexibility, which is essential for preventing injuries and maintaining functional movement patterns. It allows muscles, tendons, and ligaments to stretch and move freely without unnecessary strain or tension.
Joint Health
Regular joint mobilisation helps maintain joint health by reducing the risk of joint stiffness, degeneration, and related conditions such as arthritis. It improves joint nutrition, enhances lubrication, and promotes the removal of waste products.
Posture and Alignment
Joint mobility supports proper posture and alignment, preventing imbalances and postural deviations that can lead to pain, dysfunction, and reduced performance.
