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Effective pain management solutions combining physiotherapy and acupuncture in Amsterdam. Address chronic issues like neck and back pain with our integrated approaches at Alter Physio.

#56 Kneecap Pain (Patellofemoral Syndrome) Amsterdam: Causes and Treatment

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Pregnancy Sciatica: Safe Treatment in Each Trimester in Amsterdam

Most pregnancy sciatica is actually piriformis or pelvic girdle pain. Learn safe, trimester-by-trimester relief with physiotherapy and gentle Japanese acupuncture in Amsterdam.

Diastasis Recti After Birth: A 12-Week Recovery Roadmap

Diastasis recti recovery after birth needs a phased plan. This 12-week roadmap from AlterPhysio Amsterdam guides safe core healing.

Pelvic Girdle Pain During Pregnancy: Physio That Actually Helps

Pelvic girdle pain pregnancy is one of the most common reasons women contact our clinic in Amsterdam. In fact, around one in five pregnant women develops it. However, many are told to simply rest and wait. As a result, the pain often gets worse, not better. The good news is that targeted physiotherapy actually works. Above all, the right exercises, manual therapy, and timely use of a pelvic belt can dramatically reduce symptoms. In this guide, we explain what pelvic girdle pain is, why it happens, and how to treat it safely during and after pregnancy. What is pelvic girdle pain pregnancy? Pelvic girdle pain (PGP) is pain located between […]

Cervicogenic Dizziness: When Your Neck Causes Vertigo

Cervicogenic dizziness treatment in Amsterdam combines upper cervical manual therapy, sensorimotor retraining, and acupuncture. Learn how neck dysfunction triggers vertigo and how AlterPhysio diagnoses it correctly.

Piriformis Syndrome vs True Sciatica: How a Physio Tells Them Apart

Piriformis syndrome and true sciatica both cause buttock and leg pain, which is why misdiagnosis is common. Learn how the FAIR test, straight leg raise, and seated slump tell them apart, and why the right piriformis syndrome treatment looks completely different from disc-related sciatica.

Postnatal Wrist Pain (‘Mommy Thumb’): De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Explained

De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, or ‘Mommy Thumb,’ causes sharp wrist pain when lifting your baby. Learn the Finkelstein self-test, why mothers are especially vulnerable, and the combined physiotherapy and acupuncture treatment that resolves it in 4-12 weeks.

Meralgia Paresthetica: Numb Outer Thigh and How to Fix It

Numbness on the outer thigh often means meralgia paresthetica. Here is how we diagnose and treat it in Amsterdam using physiotherapy and acupuncture.

Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: The Foot’s Carpal Tunnel

Tarsal tunnel syndrome causes burning, tingling, or shooting pain through the inner ankle and sole. Learn how we treat it with physiotherapy and acupuncture.

C-Section Scar Mobilisation: Why It Matters Months Later

C-section scars can drive back pain, bladder issues, and core weakness years later. Learn how scar mobilisation, physiotherapy and acupuncture help recovery.

#52 Fibromyalgia Treatment Amsterdam: Managing Widespread Pain

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Whiplash Treatment Amsterdam: Recovery After Neck Injury

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Amsterdam: Relief for Hand and Wrist Pain

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Plantar Fasciitis Amsterdam: Heel Pain Relief and Recovery

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Tennis Elbow Treatment Amsterdam: Physiotherapy That Works

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Spinal Stenosis Treatment Amsterdam: Stay Active Without Surgery

Spinal stenosis causes leg pain and limited walking. AlterPhysio Amsterdam provides evidence-based physiotherapy to keep you mobile.

TMJ and Jaw Pain Treatment Amsterdam: Physiotherapy and Acupuncture

TMJ disorder causes jaw pain, headaches, and restricted mouth opening. Our Amsterdam team treats TMJ effectively with physiotherapy and acupuncture.

Herniated Disc Treatment Amsterdam: Physiotherapy Without Surgery

A herniated disc in the lower back or neck can cause severe pain and nerve symptoms. AlterPhysio Amsterdam provides expert non-surgical disc treatment.

Hip Pain Physiotherapy Amsterdam: Diagnosis and Expert Treatment

Hip pain from arthritis, FAI, or bursitis limits your daily movement. Our Amsterdam physiotherapists diagnose and treat the exact cause of your hip pain.

Headache and Migraine Treatment Amsterdam: Physiotherapy and Acupuncture

Recurring headaches and migraines often have a musculoskeletal cause. AlterPhysio Amsterdam treats headaches with physiotherapy and acupuncture.

Sciatica Treatment Amsterdam: Relief for Radiating Leg Pain

Sciatica causes radiating leg pain from the lower back. AlterPhysio Amsterdam treats sciatica with physiotherapy and acupuncture — no surgery needed.

Neck Pain Treatment in Amsterdam: What Works and Why

Neck pain is the fourth leading cause of disability worldwide. Whether yours is from desk work, sport, or poor sleep posture, effective treatments exist. Here is what our Amsterdam physiotherapists recommend.

Shoulder Pain Relief: A Physiotherapy Approach for Amsterdam Patients

Shoulder pain is one of the most complex areas to treat because of the joint’s remarkable range of motion. Learn how physiotherapy addresses the most common shoulder conditions.

Chronic Knee Pain: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options in Amsterdam

Chronic knee pain affects millions of people worldwide and is one of the most common reasons people visit our Amsterdam clinic. Here is a comprehensive guide to understanding and treating it.