Hina Ashfaq PT

15/05/2026

3 Common Myths About Physiotherapy in Pakistan — And The Truth
1. “Physiotherapy sirf massage hoti hai.”
Fact:
Physiotherapy is much more than massage. It includes:
Pain management
Exercise therapy
Neuro rehab
Post-surgical recovery
Stroke rehabilitation
Balance & posture correction
Joint mobilization and strengthening
A physiotherapist treats the root cause of the problem, not just the pain.

2. “Physiotherapy tab karwani chahiye jab surgery fail ho jaye.”
Fact:
In many conditions, physiotherapy can actually help people avoid surgery or recover faster after it.
Early physiotherapy often gives better results in:
Neck pain
Back pain
Knee osteoarthritis
Frozen shoulder
Sports injuries

3. “Painkillers zyada effective hain, physiotherapy slow hoti hai.”
Fact:
Painkillers may reduce symptoms temporarily, but physiotherapy works on:
Muscle weakness
Joint stiffness
Poor posture
Movement dysfunction
That’s why physiotherapy provides long-term improvement, not just temporary relief.

Dr Hina Ashfaq PT
DPT (UOL), CMPT
Physiotherapist
🏥 Sharief Memorial Hospital
⏰ Timing: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Monday to Saturday)
📞 03417660678

04/05/2026

Neck Pain? Don’t ignore it!
Neck pain can affect your daily life, sleep, posture, and work.
Physiotherapy treats the root cause, not just the pain.
Why Physiotherapy is Important for Neck Pain: ✔ Relieves pain without medicines
✔ Improves posture & spinal alignment
✔ Increases mobility & flexibility
✔ Strengthens neck & shoulder muscles
✔ Prevents pain from coming back
Our Physiotherapy Services:
• Manual Therapy
• Electrotherapy
• Stretching & Strengthening Exercises
• Posture Correction
• Ergonomic Advice

👩‍⚕️ Dr Hina Ashfaq PT
DPT (UOL), CMPT
Physiotherapist
🏥 Sharief Memorial Hospital
⏰ Timing: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Monday to Saturday)
📞 03417660678
Take care of your neck today for a pain-free tomorrow!

02/05/2026

🦵 Early Knee Osteoarthritis? Physiotherapy Can Help!

If you’re feeling mild knee pain, stiffness, or difficulty in walking or climbing stairs, it may be early osteoarthritis. The good news? Physiotherapy can slow it down and improve your quality of life.

🔹 Pain Relief Without Medicines
Reduce knee pain naturally with targeted therapy techniques.

🔹 Improves Joint Movement
Decreases stiffness and helps your knee move more freely.

🔹 Strengthens Muscles
Strong thigh (quadriceps) muscles reduce pressure on the knee joint.

🔹 Slows Disease Progression
Early treatment can delay the worsening of osteoarthritis.

🔹 Better Walking & Daily Activities
Makes sitting, standing, and stair climbing easier.

🔹 Avoid or Delay Surgery
Many patients manage well without surgery if treated early.

🔹 Posture & Lifestyle Guidance
Learn correct movement and weight control strategies.

💡 Don’t ignore early knee pain — early physiotherapy = better results!

📍 visit shareef Memorial Hospital

Dr. Hina Ashfaq PT
Monday to saturday from 11 am to 4 pm

01/05/2026

Physiotherapy benefits for plantar fasciitis (heel pain):
Plantar fasciitis causes pain under the heel, especially with the first steps in the morning or after sitting for a long time. Physiotherapy is one of the best conservative treatments because it treats the cause of the pain.
Tight gastrocnemius, soleus, and Achilles tendon increase pull on the plantar fascia.
○Physiotherapy includes:
●TENS
●Ultrasound therapy
●Manual therapy
●Calf stretches
●Plantar fascia stretches
●Ankle mobility exercises
■Strengthening of foot intrinsic muscles
Weak intrinsic foot muscles fail to support the arch.
Exercises include:
●Towel curls
●Marble pick-ups
●Short foot exercise
●Heel raises
Stronger foot muscles support the arch and reduce fascia overload.
Physiotherapy also helps prevent the reoccurrence of planter fasciatis

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Monday to Saturday

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