Physiotherapists working in aged care facilities are often involved in the multi-disciplinary approach to non-pharmaceutical pain management. Depending on the availability and utilisation of resources, however, the physiotherapist is often contracted as a consultant to administer an assessment and review process, and to subsequently delegate modalities such as manual handling plans, exercise programs, positioning/seating advice, massage directives, or advice on the application of electro-physical agents such as heat or cold treatment.
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