At KijFit Physiotherapy in Durgerdam (Amsterdam), we specialize in physical complaints and injuries, as well as in issues where stress, tension, or prolonged overload play a role, such as chronic (pain) conditions.
Whether your goal is recovery, prevention, or improving your capacity, we always take a holistic approach.
We don’t work with standard treatment protocols; instead, we tailor our guidance to you as an individual. We combine up-to-date scientific insights with a practical approach that fits your daily life.
You are welcome at our practice on the Durgerdammerdijk in Durgerdam.
What is psychosomatic physiotherapy?
Psychosomatic physiotherapy is a master’s level specialization (MSc) that focuses on the connection between body and mind. Physical complaints often do not stand alone: factors such as stress, emotions, behavior, and lifestyle can influence how symptoms develop and persist.
A psychosomatic physiotherapist specializes in treating complaints related to tension, fatigue, pain, medically unexplained physical symptoms, or long-term stress. Treatment takes a holistic approach, considering physical, psychological, and social factors together.
During the process, you gain greater insight into your symptoms and the patterns that influence them. Together, we work on restoring the balance between load and capacity, and between tension and relaxation. The goal is to help you regain trust in your body, learn to manage your symptoms more effectively, and experience greater control in your daily life.
What kind of complaints can be treated by a psychosomatic physiotherapist?
Psychosomatic physiotherapy is intended for people with physical complaints in which stress, tension, emotions, or prolonged overload play a role. These are often complaints that have been present for a longer period, recur frequently, or are influenced by multiple factors affecting recovery.
You can seek support for, for example:
- Persistent or recurring pain (such as neck, shoulder, back, or headaches)
- Stress and tension-related complaints
- Burnout or long-term overload
- Fatigue-related complaints
- Breathing issues or dysfunctional breathing patterns
- Medically unexplained physical symptoms (chronic pain)
- Dizziness or stress-related physical symptoms
- Difficulty relaxing or a constantly “high tension” state
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
In treatment, we explore together how physical, mental, and social factors are interconnected. By gaining more insight into these patterns, you learn to better recognize your body’s signals and develop practical tools to manage symptoms, stress, and daily demands more effectively.