Physiotherapist Martyna Poths – Dr. Dropin Bergen City Centre

Martyna Poths is a highly sought-after physiotherapist at Dr. Dropin, located at Valkendorfsgaten 9. She has a professional background from orthopedic departments in specialist health services, municipal rehabilitation, and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree specialization. She specializes in helping patients with a wide range of ailments and offers the clinical expertise necessary to ensure you receive the correct treatment—whether for acute issues, long-term pain, headaches, or sports injuries. She has particular expertise in the back, neck and shoulder, knee, hip and ankle, as well as the elbow.

Solid Experience in Hospital Care and Orthopedics (OMI)

Through further education within Orthopedic Medicine International (OMI) and experience from hospital orthopedic departments, Martyna possesses advanced skills in diagnosing the shoulder-neck, elbow, hand, back, knee, ankle, and hip. She manages the entire treatment process—from acute injury, through potential surgery (e.g., ACL/meniscus), and back to full activity.

Specialist in Tendons and Muscles: Shockwave and Needle Therapy

Martyna Poths is highly skilled in differentiating pain conditions. She distinguishes precisely between issues residing in tendon structures versus musculature and selects the appropriate tools accordingly:

• Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) for Tendonitis: Martyna utilizes shockwave therapy particularly for long-term complaints that have not responded to exercise alone. This is a documented effective method for calcific tendinitis (calcific shoulder), tennis and golfer's elbow, Achilles pain, jumper’s knee, and hip pain (trochanteric/gluteal tendinopathy). The treatment stimulates the body's own repair process in the tendon.
• Dry Needling for Muscular Pain: For pain caused by tight musculature and active trigger points, Martyna uses medical needle therapy (Dry Needling). This is used to release tension in the neck and shoulder (stress neck), tension in the back and glutes/hip (piriformis/pseudo-sciatica), as well as tight thigh and calf muscles. The method can provide faster pain relief and increased mobility, making it easier to begin proper rehabilitation exercises.

Unique Specialized Expertise: Women's Health, Pelvic Floor, and Pelvic Girdle

Martyna is one of the few therapists in the city centre with in-depth expertise across the entire spectrum of women's health. She distinguishes clearly between issues originating from the pelvic joints and those related to the pelvic floor, holding specific post-graduate education in both fields.

• Pelvic Floor: In cases of dysfunction (incontinence, prolapse, pain), she offers vaginal examinations and manometry (pressure measurement). This provides concrete data on muscle function, which is crucial for correct rehabilitation.
• Pelvic Girdle and Pregnancy: Martyna has solid expertise in pelvic girdle pain (formerly often referred to as pelvic loosening or locking). She offers safe follow-up throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period, focusing on finding an activity level that relieves pain and strengthens the body.

Safety, Professional Dedication, and Inclusion

For Martyna, it is essential that you as a patient are seen and heard, and that you avoid feeling "shuffled around" in the healthcare system. She takes responsibility for the entirety of the treatment course and initiates dialogue with GPs or other agencies when necessary to ensure you are well cared for on all levels.

Her dedication is reflected in her continuous participation in new courses and further education to stay professionally updated. Additionally, she has further education in health, migration and aging, giving her a unique foundation to meet you wherever you are in life. Martyna speaks fluent Norwegian, Polish and English, ensuring precise communication and avoiding misunderstandings. At the clinic in Valkendorfsgaten 9, you will meet a professional who combines medical expertise with compassionate care.