Physiotherapy in Barcelona

Physical therapy plays a crucial role in the treatment of eating disorders by helping patients reconnect with their bodies and improve both physical and emotional well-being. Individuals with eating disorders often face challenges such as muscle weakness, bone density loss, and postural imbalances caused by malnutrition and harmful habits. Specialized physical therapy interventions aim to restore strength, improve mobility, and support bone health, addressing these physical consequences directly.

Beyond physical recovery, guided therapeutic exercises foster a healthier perception of the body and reduce stress, both of which are essential elements in the recovery process. By promoting mindfulness and a positive connection to physical activity, physical therapy helps patients regain confidence in their bodies and develop sustainable, healthy habits.

A multidisciplinary approach to comprehensive care

Effective treatment of eating disorders requires a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. The physiotherapist works closely with a team of healthcare professionals, including nutritionists, physicians, and psychotherapists, to design a personalized plan for each patient.

• The nutritionist focuses on reestablishing dietary balance and addressing nutritional deficiencies.
• The physician monitors clinical health and oversees any medical complications.
• The psychotherapist addresses the patient’s mental health and emotional challenges.

The physiotherapist complements these efforts by targeting the physical and functional aspects of recovery, enhancing the overall outcomes of the treatment plan. This holistic, team-based approach ensures that all dimensions of the patient’s health—physical, emotional, and psychological—are supported, leading to a more complete and sustainable recovery.

• Initial assessment: In the first session, we conduct a detailed interview and personalized physical assessment to identify potential concerns such as postural, biomechanical, or structural issues. This evaluation is tailored to the individual’s needs and aims to understand their habits, lifestyle, and relationship with physical activity and body movement. By assessing overall physical health, we recommend complementary treatments that best support the individual’s therapy goals.

• Collaborative planning: Once a diagnostic impression is established in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, we set specific objectives and share a comprehensive intervention plan with the patient to reach an agreement.

• Ongoing support and follow-up: Follow-up sessions are held weekly or bimonthly, focusing on tracking progress, addressing challenges, and adjusting objectives as needed. These sessions also provide emotional and motivational support, fostering a positive environment to help patients overcome eating disorders and embrace sustainable change.

• Mind-body connection: Through various interventions, physical therapy encourages focus on internal needs rather than solely on thoughts or perceptions about the body. These practices aim to connect the body and mind through mindful movement and breathing exercises, promoting a healthy relationship with physical activity and movement.

Therapeutic techniques

Our approach integrates a variety of techniques, including:

• Therapeutic exercise
• Therapeutic pilates
• Mindfulness and meditation
• Sensory integration

For individuals already experiencing physical consequences, we use targeted interventions to restore the body’s integrity and function. These include treatments like posturology and manual therapy to aid recovery and rebuild a connection with the body.