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             3. Physiotherapy:



             • appropriate exercises to improve mobility, increase muscle

                 strength and decrease pain with the aim of improving


                 function and maintaining independence.



             • Heat or ultrasound treatment may also be used to relieve


                 pain and relax muscles.
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