Definition

A type of treatment that helps people recover from injuries or illnesses by using physical methods like exercises, massage, and other techniques.

Example

After her surgery, she went to physiotherapy to help regain her strength.

Conversation

I heard you started physiotherapy for your back pain.

Yeah, it’s been really helpful so far.

That’s great to hear! How many sessions do you have left?

I have a few more, but I already feel a lot better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Physiotherapy → It is formed from "physio-" (from Greek "phusis", meaning nature or physical) and "therapy" (from Greek "therapeia", meaning treatment). The word refers to treatment that focuses on the physical aspects of health and rehabilitation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nature' ('physio-') and 'treatment' ('therapy') to remember that physiotherapy is about treating physical health.

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