The Musculoskeletal Specialty Group is one of the specialty groups of the Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association, which aims to promote musculoskeletal health and provide public education on the physiotherapy related to musculoskeletal system of the body. Musculoskeletal physiotherapy is a specialized area of physiotherapy treating injuries and conditions that affect muscles, bones, joints and soft tissues, such as fractures, arthritis, sprains and overuse syndrome, etc. With detailed assessment, the physiotherapist will identify the client’s / patient’s problems, set treatment goals and design an appropriate rehabilitation plan. The treatments may include exercise therapy, manual therapy, electrotherapy and self-management strategies, etc. The treatment aims to reduce pain and inflammation, optimize healing of injured tissues, improve muscle strength and control, increase joint range of motion and soft tissue flexibility, restore normal movements, and ultimately to improve body functions and independence.
Chairperson: | Mr. Raymond TSANG |
Vice-Chairperson: | Mr. Jimmy YUEN |
Treasurer: | Ms. CHIANG Lan Fong |
Mr. Moses LAU | |
Executive Officer: | Ms. Chris CHAN |
Mr. Denis CHAN | |
Mr. Justin IP | |
Ms. Joey KO | |
Ms. Tracy TANG | |
Ms. Iris TSANG |