Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
Expert relief for your bones, joints, ligaments, and muscles.
This page is for general information only, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified physiotherapist.
What this care covers
Orthopaedic physiotherapy deals with problems of the bones, joints, ligaments and muscles. It is commonly used after a knee or hip replacement, for back or neck pain, for recovery after a fracture, and for people living with arthritis. Your physiotherapist will assess how you are moving, use hands-on techniques where helpful, and give you exercises to do between sessions so the improvements stick.
- Expert manual therapy and joint mobilisation
- Post-operative rehabilitation pathways
- Chronic pain management planning
- Targeted core and limb strengthening programmes
Conditions treated
When to seek help
- Persistent joint or muscle pain
- Stiffness after rest or on waking
- Swelling around joints
- Reduced range of movement
- Pain that worsens with activity
- Numbness or tingling in limbs
How treatment is delivered
- Manual therapy and joint mobilisation
- Exercise-based rehabilitation
- Post-operative recovery programmes
- Soft-tissue techniques where clinically appropriate
- Postural correction and ergonomic advice
- Pain management education
Modalities & equipment
These modalities may be used only where clinically appropriate and available. Your physiotherapist decides whether a modality is suitable after assessment. Not every physiotherapist offers every modality, and exercise, education, and self-management remain central to most physiotherapy plans.
Relevant certifications
What treatment aims to do
Ease joint stiffness and work on range of movement
Manage pain during daily activity
Rebuild the strength and movement that daily tasks need
Give you and your doctor a clearer picture of your movement before decisions about surgery
In-clinic vs home visit physiotherapy
| What to compare | In-clinic | Home visit |
|---|---|---|
| Typical fee | ₹300 to ₹1,500 a session. It depends on your city. | ₹400 to ₹2,000 a session. It depends on your city. |
| Exact fee | Set by each physiotherapist and shown on their profile | Set separately for home visits and shown on their profile |
| Best for | Equipment-based rehab and first assessments | Limited mobility, post-surgery, and elderly care |
| Equipment | Full clinic setup | Portable equipment the physiotherapist brings |
| Travel | You travel to the clinic | The physiotherapist comes to you |
| Booking | Pick a clinic slot on search | Filter by home visit on search |
Frequently asked questions
What conditions does orthopaedic physiotherapy treat?
Orthopaedic Physiotherapy commonly treats: Arthritis and osteoarthritis, Back and neck pain, Post-fracture recovery, Knee and hip replacement rehab, Frozen shoulder and rotator cuff injuries, Sciatica and disc problems.
What does orthopaedic physiotherapy aim to do?
Ease joint stiffness and work on range of movement Manage pain during daily activity Rebuild the strength and movement that daily tasks need Give you and your doctor a clearer picture of your movement before decisions about surgery
Can I book orthopaedic physiotherapy at home in India?
Physiotherapists on BookPhysio.in can offer home visits for orthopaedic physiotherapy. Use the Home visit filter on the search page to see who covers your area.
How much does orthopaedic physiotherapy cost in India?
An in-clinic session is usually ₹300 to ₹1,500 and a home visit ₹400 to ₹2,000. It depends on your city. The exact fee is shown on each physiotherapist's profile before you book, and you pay the physiotherapist directly after the session.
Do I need a referral for orthopaedic physiotherapy?
BookPhysio.in does not ask for a referral to send a booking request. If your condition needs medical input first, or your insurer or employer scheme asks for a referral, the physiotherapist will tell you at the assessment. If you already have a prescription or report, share it at your first session.
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