Stay Active, Stay Home: The Advantages of In-Home Geriatric Therapy
You know that you would likely benefit from physiotherapy. Perhaps your arthritis keeps you from being as mobile as you’d like, or maybe you struggle with fibromyalgia and have heard that physiotherapy can offer relief. The problem is that you can’t actually get to the clinic! Fortunately, one of the advantages of in-home therapy is that it brings our therapists to you.
Older adults can benefit immensely from physiotherapy, which helps address symptoms related to neurological and musculoskeletal conditions–and helps play a major role in healthful aging. But when your age or condition makes it difficult for you to leave your house, whether because of pain, immobility, or something else, it may feel like physiotherapy is out of reach.
At Physio for Seniors, we want to see you succeed, even if you can’t come to our clinic. We offer a wealth of in-home physiotherapy treatments that we’ll bring to you. That way, you can focus on your treatment without the stress and hassle of scheduling rides to a clinic.
Curious to learn more about the advantages of in-home therapy? Keep reading–or call to talk to one of our friendly staff members!
What Conditions Can In-Home Physiotherapy Treat?
Physiotherapy, in general, offers several great benefits. We can help you manage pain, stay active, rehabilitate after surgery, and more. But one of the best things about physiotherapy is that it works to uncover the source of your pain or movement difficulties. That way, you aren’t merely treating symptoms, but addressing their underlying cause.
In-home physiotherapy offers all of the benefits of physiotherapy but allows for more inconvenience. Our therapists also give you one-on-one, personalized care, and we can more easily see how your home environment may affect your condition.
Here are just a few of the conditions our in-home physiotherapists can address:
- Arthritis
- Joint or muscle injuries
- Post-surgical rehabilitation (including total joint replacements)
- Degenerative disc disease
- Parkinson’s disease
- Fibromyalgia
- Balance and gait issues, including fall prevention
- Osteoporosis and spinal fractures
- And many more!
What Are Some of the Advantages of In-Home Therapy for Older Adults?
As you get older, physiotherapy can offer a wealth of different benefits. Here are just a few of the ways our Metro Vancouver, BC in-home therapists can help make your life healthier and happier:
- Improve mobility: If you find it harder to get around your house than you used to, our therapists can work with you to improve the range of motion in your joints and provide pain relief as needed. By improving your joint mobility, you may soon see improvements in your overall mobility.
- Reduce your risk of injuries or falls: Many age-related conditions–not to mention aging itself–can increase our risk of falling. Our physiotherapists will work with you on balance and gait exercises to help decrease those odds. We can also help you to rearrange your living space to minimize falls.
- Manage your pain: If you’re struggling with a lot of pain–whether due to a joint condition, recent surgery, or another condition–our therapists can help you with drug-free pain management. Techniques include manual therapy and simple strengthening and stretching exercises.
- Improve your overall health: Physiotherapy is all about movement, and movement is key to aging healthfully. Not only does it keep you physically healthy, but it can slow cognitive decline, too. We’ll show you simple, ability-appropriate exercises to increase your strength and aerobic capacity.
What Can I Expect During In-Home Geriatric Therapy Sessions?
No matter your condition, our therapists will bring the Physio for Seniors clinic to your front door. We’ll provide the specialized equipment. You just need to wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to work through your program.
At your first appointment, we’ll start with a comprehensive physical assessment, including a detailed health history. We’ll also perform simple movement screens to test your strength, mobility, balance, gait, and more.
In addition, we’ll want to know more about your goals with physiotherapy. For example, are you looking for relief from arthritis pain? Do you want to minimize your risk of falls? Are you showing early signs of Parkinson’s disease and want to delay its progression? Knowing what you’re looking for from in-home physiotherapy will help us to develop a customized treatment plan.
And while every plan is different, here are just a few of the techniques we might utilize:
- Manual therapy, which helps reduce pain and improve joint mobility
- Therapeutic exercise, which gets you moving, helps reduce pain, and facilitates rehabilitation
- Environment modifications, such as identifying and eliminating fall risks in your home
- Strategies for maximizing your mobility, such as walkers or other mobility aids
- Education about your condition and symptoms
And remember–it’s all in the comfort of your home!
Request an Appointment to Discover the Advantages of In-Home Therapy
At Physio for Seniors, we’re dedicated to helping patients in Metro Vancouver, BC improve their health, mobility, and overall quality of life. We treat all our clients as individuals, and no two treatment plans are alike.
If you think you’d benefit from in-home physiotherapy, schedule an initial consultation today. We’ll be ringing your doorbell in no time!