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Functional Physiotherapy in Yaoundé — Mobility and Readaptation

Recovery of mobility, specific muscle strengthening, Hijama therapy, and rehabilitation for activities of daily living.

Functional physiotherapy aims to restore the motor abilities needed for activities of daily living. It also incorporates complementary techniques such as Hijama therapy (cupping).

Key treatment points

  • Recovery of joint range of motion
  • Strengthening of deep and stabilizing muscles
  • Balance and proprioception training
  • Hijama therapy (cupping) to relieve tension
  • Improvement of daily independence
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Functional physiotherapy at KEMYPHYSIO clinic in Yaoundé is designed for patients who have lost all or part of their independence due to illness, accident, or natural aging. The goal is to restore essential functions: walking, climbing stairs, getting dressed, carrying objects.

Our functional approach stands out for its pragmatism: we work directly on the activities you need to accomplish in daily life. If you have difficulty getting up from a chair, we work on that specific movement with progressive exercises and adaptations.

Deep muscle strengthening (core stability) is at the heart of our method. These stabilizing muscles are essential for maintaining balance, preventing falls, and protecting the spine. We use proprioception exercises, unstable surfaces, and real-life situations.

A distinctive feature of our clinic is the integration of Hijama therapy (cupping therapy). This ancient technique, recognized for its therapeutic benefits, helps relieve deep muscle tension, improve blood circulation, and accelerate recovery. We use it as a complement to conventional physiotherapy techniques for a holistic approach to care.

For elderly patients or those in convalescence, we offer a progressive rehabilitation program that takes into account fatigue, comorbidities, and living environment. Our goal is to maximize your independence in your real living setting.

Indications for functional physiotherapy

  • Loss of mobility and joint stiffness
  • Muscle weakness and physical deconditioning
  • Balance disorders and fall prevention
  • Rehabilitation after stroke or neurological condition
  • Chronic pain and deep muscle tension
  • Support for aging and maintaining independence

Our approach

At KEMYPHYSIO clinic, functional physiotherapy combines targeted muscle strengthening exercises, proprioceptive training, gait rehabilitation, and complementary techniques such as Hijama. Each program is tailored to your actual abilities and your goals for daily living.

Need to regain your independence? Fill out our questionnaire and our physiotherapist will propose a program tailored to you.

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