FAQs
GENERAL PHYSIOTHERAPY
What will they do on my first visit?
During your first visit, we'll conduct a thorough assessment of the area where you're experiencing pain to understand its cause. We'll begin treatment during this same session so you can feel relief from the very first day. At the end of the session, we'll provide you with guidelines, recommendations, and an exercise routine so you can continue improving at home until your next appointment.
Do I need to bring anything (reports, tests, comfortable clothes)?
It's very helpful to bring any medical reports or tests you already have (X-rays, MRIs, ultrasounds, etc.), as they provide us with information and help us better focus the treatment. If you don't have any, that's perfectly fine: we'll perform the necessary tests and examinations to identify what's happening and what we need to address. Please wear comfortable clothing, as we often need to work directly on the skin for the treatment to be more effective.
Do I need a doctor's prescription or referral to come?
You can come directly to the center, without needing a prescription or medical referral.
How many sessions will I need and how often?
The number of sessions depends on each individual case: the type of pain or injury, its duration, the area to be treated, and the complexity of the problem. During your first visit, we will advise you on how many sessions may be necessary and how often you should come to achieve the best results as efficiently as possible.
How long does each session last and what is the difference between 30', 45' and 60'?
The first visit lasts 45 minutes. From then on, depending on the type of pain or injury, the duration of the condition, the area to be treated, and the complexity of the case, we will advise you on whether follow-up sessions should be 30, 45, or 60 minutes.
For guidance only:
- Hand and foot injuries: often 30'
- Back, knee or hip pain: usually 45 minutes
- Larger areas, more complex injuries, long-standing pain, or when both legs need to be worked: often 60 minutes
These times may vary depending on each case and the treatment needed to obtain the best results.
Does physiotherapy hurt? Is it normal to have pain after a session?
At FisioBat, we always strive for maximum relief, adapting the treatment to each individual and their tolerance level. Since we often work on sensitive or irritated areas, the treatment may be uncomfortable at times, but it should never be unbearable. Throughout the session, we will monitor your comfort to adjust the intensity and make the treatment as pleasant and effective as possible. After the session, you may also experience mild discomfort or a feeling of fullness in the treated area, similar to muscle soreness. This is usually temporary and part of the recovery process.
When will I notice an improvement?
You'll usually notice an improvement after your first visit, because we begin treatment from day one with the goal of your fastest possible recovery. Full recovery time will depend on each individual case: the type of pain or injury, how long it's been present, the area being treated, and the complexity of the problem. In some cases, improvement is rapid, while in others, more time and consistent treatment are needed to consolidate the results.
Will you give me exercises to do at home? And if I don't do them, will it affect my recovery?
Yes. It's part of our approach to provide you with guidelines, tips, and exercises to do at home between sessions. The goal is for you to progress faster and more effectively, reinforcing your improvement outside the center. It's not essential to always do them at home. If you don't have time or find them difficult to do correctly, we can adapt them or work on them during your sessions with us.
Can I come if I'm in the acute phase (severe pain) or is it better to wait?
In general, the sooner you come, the better: you'll usually notice improvement sooner, and we can guide your case from the start. We'll adapt the treatment to your current situation, whether it's very intense and recent pain, long-standing pain, or if you've already had treatment, had to stop, and are now resuming. If we believe there's a reason why treatment isn't advisable at that time, we'll explain it to you at the beginning of the session. If you have any questions, please contact us, and we'll advise you.
What can I do (and what should I avoid) between sessions to recover better?
The most important thing is to follow the guidelines and recommendations we'll give you during the session, always tailored to your specific case. This includes what to do (exercises, recommended movements, habits) and what to avoid to ensure a faster and safer recovery.
CARDIAC REHABILITATION
What exactly is cardiac rehabilitation and what is it for?
It's a structured and personalized program. It combines supervised therapeutic exercise and health education to help people with heart disease feel better, regain physical capacity and confidence. It allows them to return to their daily lives with confidence and without limitations, improving heart health and fitness, and reducing the risk of recurrent cardiovascular problems when the learned habits are maintained.
Our program is called VitalCor. It begins with a free initial consultation to assess your case, review your medical records, and explain the program and its benefits in detail. During the sessions, we monitor your heart with real-time electrocardiograms and track vital signs during exercise (blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation). The program also includes cardiovascular nutrition and provides reports for each session and monthly reports analyzing your progress.
Who should undergo cardiac rehabilitation (in what cases is it indicated)?
It is indicated for people who have had a heart attack, angina, heart failure, a stent, heart surgery (bypass, valve replacement), or other heart conditions. It may also be useful for people at high cardiovascular risk if the case allows and the team deems it appropriate.
If you have any questions, call us and we'll schedule a completely free initial consultation, where we'll analyze your case and explain whether cardiac rehabilitation can benefit you.
When can I start after a heart attack, stent, or heart surgery?
Generally, treatment can begin once the patient is stable and the cardiologist has given their approval. This approval is essential to start the program.
From there, the start is progressive and the program is adjusted in a personalized way to each case, adapting the intensity and type of exercise according to the clinical situation and the response to the effort.
Is it safe to exercise if I have a heart condition?
Yes, provided the exercise is well planned and supervised, it is safe and forms part of the treatment and rehabilitation.
What is NOT recommended is exercising on your own without supervision, without proper progression, and without knowing your safe limit.
What is the difference between exercising on my own and a cardiac rehabilitation program?
The difference lies in safety and personalization. In cardiac rehabilitation, exercise is tailored to your specific case, your risk level, and your response to exertion. Furthermore, vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, etc.) are monitored, and progress is based on clinical criteria, not guesswork.
What happens in a cardiac rehabilitation session?
We use therapeutic exercise divided into blocks: adapted strength (using body weight or guided exercises) and endurance (on a stationary bike). The intensity is adjusted according to the patient's goals, response, and physical capacity.
Will they monitor my heart rate during exercise?
Yes. We monitor the heart with a real-time electrocardiogram throughout the session. We also monitor blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation (SpO₂).
How long does a cardiac rehabilitation program last and how many sessions do I need?
The program lasts 4 months, with 3 sessions per week, as cardiovascular improvement requires consistency. During your first visit, we will explain the program in detail and review any medical reports you may have.
What real benefits can I expect?
It improves quality of life by reducing fatigue and shortness of breath, increasing confidence in movement, and improving exercise tolerance. It also helps control risk factors (blood pressure, weight, habits) and reduce the risk of experiencing another heart problem.
After the program, what can I do to maintain the results and not regress?
Ideally, exercise should be maintained as a regular habit, the learned guidelines should be followed, and risk factors (diet, medication, blood pressure, etc.) should be controlled.
To make this easier, we have designed CardioBat, a cardiovascular maintenance program of 2 or 3 days a week, with a structure very similar to our VitalCor cardiac rehabilitation program, to continue training safely and consistently.
