General Physiotherapist assess and diagnose a problem, plan and provide treatment programs that aim to restore function, minimise dysfunction after disease or injury. They help people affected by injury, illness or disability through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education, use of modalities to reduce pain and swelling. They instruct on body mechanics, posture, and ergonomics and give advice on symptom prevention. They maintain health for people of all ages, helping patients to manage pain and prevent disease.