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Home Visits Across New Milton

Home Physiotherapy & OT in New Milton

We provide home physiotherapy and occupational therapy in New Milton: private home visits across this popular coastal town and surrounding areas, including Barton-on-Sea, Ashley, and Hordle.

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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 New Milton Therapists

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

What Our Clients Say

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

“I have just finished my course with physiotherapist Hannah. I have gone from only walking to the end of my drive to walking 30 mins with rollator. Hannah has done marvels with me and I am so thankful. A first rate physio.”

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Our Services in New Milton

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New Milton 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.

After a hospital stay on the BH25 coast

We support safe and effective recovery at home after a stay at Lymington New Forest Hospital or the Royal Bournemouth Hospital, helping you regain mobility and independence.

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Which hospital, and NHS rehabilitation once you are home

Because New Milton and Barton-on-Sea sit on the western, cross-border edge of the New Forest, many BH25 residents are admitted to and discharged from the Royal Bournemouth Hospital (University Hospitals Dorset), rather than Southampton by default. Lymington New Forest Hospital provides step-down beds and rehabilitation closer to home.

Community rehabilitation still follows your Hampshire GP, coordinated through Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Hampshire County Council reablement. 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. We set out how the local pathway fits together on our New Forest pathway page.

We pick up where that leaves off — continuing rehabilitation at home for as long as it helps, and working alongside any NHS or council care already in place. Whether the focus is regaining mobility and independence or simply getting the first weeks right, our guide to hospital discharge planning for families is a good place to start, and a senior therapist will tailor the plan to your home.

If you are waiting for NHS rehabilitation, we may be able to help sooner. We can work alongside your NHS team with your permission.

Our New Milton Service Area

We provide home visits throughout New Milton and the surrounding coastal communities, including Barton-on-Sea, Ashley, Hordle, and Bashley.

We also cover neighbouring areas including Highcliffe, Lymington, Brockenhurst, and the wider New Forest.

An older coastal community — and why that shapes care here

New Milton has an older-than-average profile, with much of its housing made up of bungalows and retirement flats. Reaching a hospital appointment can mean a bus change to get across to Lymington, or managing New Milton station’s long step-free route with no platform lifts — journeys that quickly become tiring when you are recovering from surgery, a fall or a stroke.

Bringing physiotherapy and occupational therapy into your own home removes that hurdle entirely, so the work happens where it matters most — on your stairs, in your kitchen, and along the routes you walk every day.

New Milton and neighbouring Barton-on-Sea form one of the oldest coastal communities in the country. In the 2021 Census, Barton-on-Sea recorded a median age of 65 — the highest of any built-up area of 5,000 people or more in England outside London — with more than half of residents aged 65 or over.

Sources: ONS Census 2021 – Towns and cities, characteristics of built-up areas, England & Wales (Barton-on-Sea built-up area).

Supporting New Milton Care Homes

We work closely with local care homes to deliver personalised one-to-one therapy and staff training. Our team regularly supports residents in homes such as New Milton House, Mornington Court, and Bethel House. This list is not exhaustive, so please contact us to arrange support in your care home.

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FAQs About Our New Milton Service

Do you visit homes in Barton-on-Sea and Hordle?

Yes, our physiotherapists and occupational therapists provide home visits throughout New Milton and all surrounding areas, including Barton-on-Sea, Ashley, Hordle, and nearby Highcliffe.

Can you help with recovery after a stay at Lymington Hospital?

Yes. We frequently help clients transition home after a stay at Lymington New Forest Hospital or Royal Bournemouth Hospital. Our therapists specialise in creating personalised post-hospital rehabilitation plans to help you recover your strength and confidence in your own home.

What is the difference between physiotherapy and occupational therapy?

In simple terms, a physiotherapist will help you improve your movement, strength, and balance — for example, walking again after a hip replacement. An occupational therapist will help you manage daily tasks safely and independently — for example, finding new ways to get dressed or preparing a meal.

How quickly can you visit me in New Milton?

First home visits in New Milton, Barton-on-Sea and surrounding areas are usually available within 2–7 days, depending on your location and therapist availability. If you are waiting for NHS rehabilitation, we may be able to help sooner, although NHS waiting times vary by service and area. If you’ve recently left hospital or are planning your discharge, contact us to confirm the earliest suitable visit.

How much does a home visit in New Milton 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 New Milton?

Call us to discuss your needs, or send an enquiry to arrange your visit. Let us bring expert care to your home.

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