Expert Physiotherapy Delivered Within Care Homes
Medella Home Physio & OT offers a dedicated physiotherapy service specifically designed for individuals residing in residential and nursing care homes throughout Hampshire and Dorset. We bring our experienced physiotherapists and tailored rehabilitation programmes directly to the resident, providing essential support for mobility, independence, and well-being without the need for external travel.
Bringing Specialist Physiotherapy Directly to Care Home Residents
We understand that accessing external physiotherapy appointments can be challenging for many care home residents. Our service eliminates this barrier, providing specialist assessment and treatment within the comfort and familiarity of the care home environment. This ensures consistent, convenient access to vital physiotherapy support.
How We Support Care Home Residents
Our experienced physiotherapists are skilled in working with the diverse needs of care home residents. We provide individualised support which may include:
- Mobility Assessments: Evaluating current movement capabilities and identifying areas for improvement.
- Personalised Exercise Programmes: Designing safe and effective exercises (which can be done seated, standing, or bed-based) to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance.
- Balance Training & Falls Prevention: Implementing strategies and exercises to enhance stability and reduce fall risk.
- Post-Fall Rehabilitation: Supporting recovery and confidence building after a fall.
- Pain Management: Physiotherapy techniques to help manage chronic pain, such as from arthritis.
- Chest Physiotherapy: Assisting with respiratory function and managing secretions where needed.
- Post-Hospital Rehabilitation: Helping residents regain function after a hospital stay (e.g., post-surgery or illness).
- Positioning and Seating Advice: Guidance to improve comfort and prevent complications related to immobility.
Benefits for Residents, Families, and Care Homes
Our on-site physiotherapy service offers significant benefits:
- For Residents: Improved mobility and independence within the home, reduced pain levels, increased confidence, lower risk of falls, enhanced participation in activities, and better overall quality of life.
- For Families: Peace of mind that their loved one is receiving expert physiotherapy conveniently, support for the resident’s physical well-being, and clear communication channels.
- For Care Homes: An enhanced service offering for residents, potential reduction in falls and associated complications, support for care staff in promoting mobility, and improved resident outcomes and satisfaction.
Why Choose On-Site Physiotherapy in a Care Home?
Delivering physiotherapy directly within the care home offers numerous advantages:
- Maximum Convenience: No need for residents to travel, reducing disruption and potential discomfort.
- Integrated Care: Therapy takes place within the resident’s daily living environment, allowing for highly relevant functional practice.
- Collaboration: Facilitates easy communication and collaboration between our physiotherapists, care home staff, residents, and their families.
- Familiar Surroundings: Residents often feel more comfortable and secure receiving therapy in a known setting.
- Efficiency: Allows our therapists to potentially support multiple residents within the same home during a visit, making high-quality physio more accessible.
Our Collaborative Approach in the Care Home Setting
We believe effective care involves teamwork. Our physiotherapists work closely with:
- Residents: Understanding their personal goals and preferences.
- Care Home Staff: Communicating findings, progress, and recommendations to ensure therapy is integrated into daily care routines. We can provide advice and support to carers.
- Families: Keeping relatives informed (with resident consent) and involving them in the rehabilitation process where appropriate.
- Other Healthcare Professionals: Liaising with GPs, consultants, or NHS therapists as needed.
Experienced Physiotherapists, Reliable Service
The Medella team comprises physiotherapists with a minimum of five years’ experience (most over ten), skilled in geriatric care, neurological conditions, dementia care, and orthopaedics – all highly relevant within the care home setting. We pride ourselves on providing a professional, reliable, and compassionate service.
Serving Care Homes Across Hampshire and Dorset
We provide our mobile physiotherapy services to residential and nursing care homes throughout Hampshire and Dorset. We are flexible and work with care home managers to arrange suitable visit times.
Arrange Physiotherapy for a Care Home Resident
If you are a care home manager, a resident, or a family member interested in arranging physiotherapy within a care home setting, please get in touch. We are happy to discuss individual needs or how our service can integrate with your care home.