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Home Visits in Lyndhurst

Home Physiotherapy & OT in Lyndhurst

We provide home physiotherapy and occupational therapy in Lyndhurst: private home visits across Lyndhurst and the surrounding New Forest villages.

You'll usually speak to Naomi, our Clinical Director, or another senior therapist. If we're with a patient, please leave a voicemail and we'll call you back.

No waiting list. First home visit usually within 2–7 days, often within 48 hours, depending on your location and therapist availability.

Your Lyndhurst Therapists

Meet some of the dedicated therapists who provide home visits in the Lyndhurst and New Forest area. View all team members.

“I contacted Medella Home Physiotherapy to help my friend. Seema arrived and did her assessment of what was needed to get him mobile again. The standard of her care and professional, warm and friendly techniques is high. He gained confidence that had long left him. She is very inspirational and firm with her very calm manner. Can only recommend this Company to anyone. Very professional service.”

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Lyndhurst Home Visit Pricing

The first 5 miles from your therapist's base are free; after that it's £2 a mile, measured one way. We'll confirm any travel cost before you book.

Initial assessment usually 60–90 minutes
£120
30-minute follow-up
£60
45-minute follow-up
£90
60-minute follow-up
£120

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You can arrange visits for a relative, and with their agreement we can send the invoice to you. There is no contract and no minimum number of visits. What to expect from your first home visit.

What Our Clients Say

Independent reviews from families we have helped. Read all 31 reviews.

“Our father aged 98 had a fall and fractured his leg. When he came out of hospital he was advised to have regular physiotherapy to get him walking again. Seena worked with him on a regular basis for about 3 months and our father can now get around on his own again. … We are very grateful for all Seena has done and would unhesitatingly recommend her.”

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After Southampton General: Continuing at Home in Lyndhurst

Specialising in elderly rehabilitation, we help patients recover safely at home after discharge from Southampton General or Lymington New Forest Hospital.

A therapist in a white tunic kneels on the stairs beside a man sitting on a stairlift.
Which hospital, and NHS rehabilitation once you are home

After a planned operation or an emergency admission, most Lyndhurst residents are treated at Southampton General Hospital (University Hospital Southampton), with some rehabilitation and outpatient care available closer to home at Lymington New Forest Hospital.

Once you are back home, NHS community rehabilitation from Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Hampshire County Council reablement help you find your feet. Intermediate care and reablement are short-term services, often lasting up to six weeks. Other NHS rehabilitation depends on assessed needs and the local pathway; ask your team what your discharge plan includes. You can read how that pathway works across the district on our New Forest pathway page.

We often begin where that support ends, or work alongside it — continuing your rehabilitation and mobility work at home for as long as it helps, and fitting around any NHS or council care already in place. Our hospital discharge guide for families explains what to expect in the first few weeks.

Our Lyndhurst Service Area

We provide home visits across Lyndhurst and all the surrounding New Forest villages. We regularly support clients in communities including Ashurst, Brockenhurst, Minstead, Cadnam, Bank, Emery Down, and Swan Green.

We also cover nearby towns including Lymington, New Milton, Ringwood, and Totton.

Lyndhurst’s older age profile — and why we come to you

We know that navigating the Lyndhurst one-way system or finding parking can be stressful when mobility is limited — so we bring expert care directly to your door.

Lyndhurst is the traditional “capital of the New Forest”, and the ONS groups it among “Coastal and Countryside: Senior Communities” — areas defined by a markedly older population. Across the wider New Forest district the median age had risen to around 51 at the 2021 Census, well above the England figure of 40, and almost three in ten residents were aged 65 or over.

Getting to an outpatient appointment from an SO43 address is rarely simple. Unlit forest lanes, roaming ponies and cattle, the village one-way system and the drive to Southampton all add up when someone is in pain, unsteady on their feet or tired easily after illness. For many older adults, the journey is the hardest part of getting help.

Seeing you at home changes that. Your physiotherapist works on your own stairs, your own bathroom and the paths you actually use — and family or carers can be there too, so everyone understands the plan.

For many older adults in Lyndhurst and the New Forest, travelling to outpatient clinics in Southampton or Lymington can be physically exhausting and logistically difficult. By bringing treatment to your home, we remove the anxiety of travel. This allows you (or your family member) to reserve energy for the therapy session itself.

  • 29% Residents aged 65 or over
  • +17% Growth in over-65s, 2011–2021
  • ~17% Households: one person aged 66+

Sources: ONS Census 2021 (New Forest district population, age structure and household composition); ONS area classification (Lyndhurst — “Senior Communities”).

Supporting Lyndhurst Care Homes

We work closely with local care homes including Hartwood House, delivering personalised one-to-one therapy and staff training to maintain mobility, independence, and wellbeing for residents. This list is not exhaustive — we visit care facilities across the New Forest district.

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FAQs About Our Lyndhurst Service

Do you visit homes in Ashurst and Minstead?

Yes, our physiotherapists and occupational therapists provide home visits throughout Lyndhurst and all the surrounding villages, including Ashurst, Minstead, Cadnam, Emery Down, and Bank.

Can you help with recovery after Southampton General Hospital?

Yes. We frequently help clients transition home after a stay at Southampton General or Lymington New Forest Hospital. Our therapists focus on creating a personalised plan to rebuild strength and confidence.

Do I need a GP referral to book a home visit?

No, you do not need a GP referral to book a home visit with Medella. You can contact us directly to arrange a free, no-obligation phone call to talk through your needs. If your GP or consultant has recommended physiotherapy or occupational therapy, tell us so we can coordinate your care.

How can occupational therapy help with dementia care at home?

Our OTs can be invaluable for dementia care. They can help establish safe daily routines, simplify tasks to reduce frustration, assess the home for potential hazards, and provide strategies and equipment to help manage memory challenges, keeping your loved one safer and more independent.

How much does a home visit in Lyndhurst cost?

Initial assessments are £120 (usually 60–90 minutes) and include a thorough evaluation plus a written treatment plan; follow-up sessions start from £60. View our full price list for session lengths and travel costs.

Information from Medella Home Physio & OT. Clinical director: Naomi Patrick. Last updated .

Need Home Physio or OT in Lyndhurst?

Call to discuss your needs, or send an enquiry to arrange your visit.

If we're with a patient, please leave a voicemail and we'll call you back.

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