It encompasses the physiotherapeutic methods of movement therapy as well as physical therapy. As a natural healing method , physiotherapy utilizes passive movement—e.g., movement guided by the therapist—and active, self-directed movement, as well as the application of physical measures for the treatment and prevention of illnesses. Physiotherapy is used in diverse areas of prevention , therapy, and rehabilitation, both in outpatient care and in inpatient and day-care facilities. Therefore, physiotherapy is an alternative or a valuable complement to drug-based or surgical therapies.