Physiotherapy Home Visits for Seniors

I have found that home visits are generally welcomed by Seniors. It saves them the time and trouble of getting ready, going out in the community, walking or taking transport, attending the session and going home again. Many are exhausted by the time they have arrived at their appointment.  It also reduces the risk of exposure to other people who may be ill.

In the early 1900s, house calls by doctors were a regular occurrence.  People expected and welcomed it.  It lost its appeal in the 1980s due to treatments done at hospitals and clinics.  House calls by physicians may be making a comeback especially for frail older patients with chronic illnesses.  Nurse next door and other nursing home care services are all delivering healthcare to the clients’ homes and have been doing so for some time.

There is the convenience and comfort of being seen in one’s home environment for the patient as well as the advantage of not paying high rent and other office overheads for the practitioner who solely provides home visits.  The other advantage is the patient can be assessed in their home environment for possible falls risks, hazards, obstacles and to observe posture, movement and mobility. Sometimes, it is observed that extra equipment, tools, and safety bars are needed to maintain the person’s independence and safety.

Some clients are presently surprised by this offering as they are not aware of physiotherapy service delivery to the home.  One client politely declined the home visit saying she was capable of driving and could make her way to the nearest clinic.  Her daughter convinced her that home visits were the way to go due to convenience and reduced exposure to crowds.  She was also surprised at our charges, that we can offer a home visit for as low as $68 for a 45-minute session with a rehab assistant.  Our lowest rate is $45 for a 30-minute session but only if the travel is minimal for the therapist.

At Physio For Seniors, our in-home physiotherapy services help seniors with all their mobility needs whether it is to walk with less pain, improve independence, recover from surgery, falls, hospitalization and any medical conditions affecting balance and mobility.