PHYSIOTHERAPY
The Physiotherapy Service of Remera-Rukoma District Hospital is dedicated to promoting, restoring, and maintaining patients’ physical function, mobility, and overall wellbeing through comprehensive assessment, evidence-based treatment, rehabilitation, and preventive care services. The department supports recovery from illness, injury, surgery, and physical impairment while reducing pain, enhancing functional independence, and preventing future complications through individualized physiotherapy interventions.Its main functions include:
- Physical Assessment and Evaluation
Assess patients’ movement, strength, posture, balance, and physical abilities to develop appropriate treatment plans. - Rehabilitation Services
Support recovery and restore function after injury, surgery, stroke, illness, or hospitalization. - Pain Management
Help reduce pain and discomfort through therapeutic exercises and physical treatment techniques. - Mobility Improvement
Improve movement, flexibility, coordination, balance, and independence in daily activities. - Exercise Therapy
Design and supervise personalized exercise programs based on individual patient needs. - Musculoskeletal Treatment
Manage conditions affecting muscles, joints, bones, ligaments, and the spine. - Neurological Rehabilitation
Assist patients with neurological conditions to improve movement and functional abilities. - Respiratory Physiotherapy
Support patients with breathing difficulties through techniques that improve lung function and airway clearance. - Patient Education and Prevention
Educate patients on posture, injury prevention, home exercises, and healthy physical practices. - Long-Term Functional Support
Help patients maintain independence and improve long-term physical wellbeing and quality of life.
Head of Service
Head of Service
UMUHOZA Solange
Physiotherapist
Telephone: 0784368345