physiotherapist• As a physiotherapist, Roebuck knew how painful, demanding and difficult the recovery period and rehabilitating process would be.• They were conducted by a physiotherapist.• Patients were assessed and treated as necessary by a physiotherapist.• Advice on diet is offered and the child receives abdominal massage, anti-constipation exercises, and hydrotherapy from a physiotherapist.• Some physiotherapists have intuitively incorporated this response into their work.• It is not surprising that a high proportion of patients burst into tears as soon as the physiotherapist begins work.