Common Myths About Physiotherapy 

1. Myth: Physiotherapy is only for injuries or after surgery.
Fact: It’s also used for chronic pain, posture correction, stroke rehab, and joint issues.

2. Myth: It’s just massage.
Fact: Physiotherapy includes exercises, manual therapy, stretching, and rehab — it’s much more than massage.

3. Myth: Physiotherapy is painful.
Fact: It helps reduce pain. While mild discomfort may happen, sessions are safe and controlled.

4. Myth: You need a doctor’s referral.
Fact: You can directly book a physiotherapist like Dr. Tanveer Sikander — no referral needed.

5. Myth: It’s only for older people.
Fact: It benefits people of all ages — including children, athletes, and office workers with poor posture.

6. Myth: You can stop once the pain goes away.
Fact: Continuing exercises helps prevent the issue from coming back.

7. Myth: One session is enough.
Fact: Most conditions need a treatment plan over multiple sessions for long-term relief.

8. Myth: You can do it all at home with YouTube.
Fact: Self-treatment without assessment can worsen your condition. Physiotherapy is personalized and medically guided.

9. Myth: Physiotherapy only treats bones and muscles.
Fact: It also treats nerve issues, balance problems, and post-surgery complications.

10. Myth: Surgery is faster than physiotherapy.
Fact: In many cases, physiotherapy can help avoid surgery altogether by restoring function naturally.