Physiotherapy services

Frequently asked questions

• What is physiotherapy?

  Physiotherapy promotes and maintains mobility and functional capacity. Physiotherapists treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunctions and prevent various types of stress and sports injuries. Physiotherapy also helps to improve mobility and functional capacity when a neurological illness or injury is complicating your everyday life.

• How do I choose the right physiotherapist appointment?

  All of our physiotherapists have a degree in physiotherapy and are registered with the National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health. After graduation, physiotherapists update their competence and develop their professional skills in continuing education and courses. Some of our physiotherapists are specialised in certain ailments or methods of therapy, such as neurological physiotherapy, sports physiotherapy or maternity physiotherapy.

• What physiotherapy methods are there?

  The physiotherapist investigates the cause of your symptoms and plans treatments and exercises that suit your daily life and circumstances. Physiotherapists often uses various methods at their appointments, such as:

  • guidance and instructions
  • therapeutic training
  • physical exercises or pool therapy
  • manual therapy
  • physical therapy, such as the utilisation of heat, cold or some other physical effect with various devices and equipment
  • needle therapy, such as acupuncture
  • LPG therapy or suction roller therapy
  • aids, such as a wrist supports or reacher grabbers
  • supportive taping

• Can I book an appointment with a physiotherapist without a referral?

  You can have an appointment with a physiotherapist without a doctor's referral. Our professionals can refer you to a doctor or other specialist, if necessary.

• Can I buy a gift card for physiotherapy services?

  You can purchase a Mehiläinen gift card with the amount of your choice directly from the Mehiläinen online store. Go to Mehiläinen online store.

• What is a rehabilitation plan?

  The rehabilitation plan is a tool that guides rehabilitation. The rehabilitation plan should take into account the customer’s physical, cognitive, psychological and social needs for rehabilitation.

• Who prepares the rehabilitation plan?

  The rehabilitation plan is prepared by a doctor. In addition to the doctor and the customer, the customer's family members and a multidisciplinary team can participate in the preparation of the rehabilitation plan. The rehabilitation plan is prepared in public health care, such as a health centre, student health care or occupational healthcare.

• Is a rehabilitation plan mandatory?

  A rehabilitation plan is mandatory when applying for, for example:

  • Kela’s intensive medical rehabilitation
  • Vocational rehabilitation
  • Rehabilitation subsidy
  • Rehabilitation allowance for vocational training or rehabilitation