There are many different types of physiotherapy exercises, all of which aim to restore form and function to damaged or injured areas of the body. The different types of exercises include: Stretching — These exercises are done in order to improve flexibility. It is important to align the segments of the body by correcting the deviations in order for these exercises to be effective. To help the muscle relax and minimize its resistance, proper exhalation is essential. The stretching positions are typically maintained for a long time with a small number of repetitions. Strengthening — Strengthening exercises help to improve strength, power, or endurance. They can be used to address either mobilizing muscles or stabilizers. Proprioception — A physical sense that often goes unrecognized, proprioception refers to the awareness of the position and movement of the body. These exercises are implemented when there is a decreasing ability to know the body’s position or how the body moves. Examples of proprioception exercises include balancing on one leg and drawing the letters of the alphabet in the air with the damaged or injured limb. Functional — Often included in rehabilitation, functional exercises are prescribed to re-learn an everyday life movement that becomes impaired after an injury. If necessary, the physiotherapist may ask you to practice a specific movement that you perform at home, at work, or during an activity. Cardiovascular — These exercises include walking, running, swimming, and biking and are used to regain previous levels of activity.