Physiotherapy for elderly rehabilitation can be extremely useful if you have had a fall, accident or would just like to improve your independence and functional capabilities. If you are an elderly person or have an elderly loved one that shows signs of needing physiotherapy, read about the benefits below:
Benefits of physiotherapy for elderly people
- Physio helps aged people feel fitter and healthier
- It can maintain your independence and confidence
- Helps you live at home longer with less reliance/dependence on others
- Helps you maintain and/or get back to your hobbies, sport or activities that you enjoy.
- Provides pain relief from those annoying aches and pains
Common conditions that physiotherapy treats in elderly people
- Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, osteopenia, osteoporosis
- Dementia, Parkinsons disease and a range of neurological conditions
- Postoperative conditions i.e total hip replacements, knee replacements, post-fracture
- Assist with palliative care
- Pain management
- Balance issues resulting in falls
- Mobility issues: i.e difficulties walking, steps, inclines and uneven surfaces
- Transfer issues: i.e difficulties getting in/out of bed, getting up from chairs and getting in/out of cars
- Rehab for individuals with cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension
- Respiratory physio i.e conditions such as pneumonia
Book a physiotherapy session for yourself or elderly loved in the comfort of your home
Because your injuries may be too severe for you to visit a hospital or practice for your treatment, Kelisha Naidoo offers mobile physiotherapy services in Alberton and surrounding areas. Home physiotherapy and services are often required as a result of a serious injury or mobility issues. Physiotherapy at home is also very convenient for people of persons whose schedule makes finding the time extremely difficult. Contact me to book a session:
Call or WhatsApp – 078 369 8380
