Home Physiotherapy Services, after hip-knee prosthesis, hip fracture, anterior cruciate ligament surgeries, or in elderly patients with weakened muscles, unable to walk, patients with limited range of motion, neurological diseases such as paralysis (stroke), MS, Parkinson's, spinal cord injuries. is to provide.
In home physical therapy services, the treatment duration and plan are determined by the physical therapist. The physiotherapist provides the service to the patient in the comfort of the patient's home, according to the treatment plan determined by the physical therapist.
In addition to exercise and manual therapy techniques in physical therapy sessions; Different treatment methods such as electrotherapy, TENS, CPM Device, kinesiotape can also be used.
In determining the scope and frequency of physical therapy applications; The patient's age, medical history and physical condition are important criteria. Although physical therapy sessions last an average of 1 hour, the frequency of treatment is determined as a result of evaluations, taking into account the patient's age, illness, physical condition and capacities. Since all diseases vary according to the individual, the treatment length and dose are planned individually.
What are the Advantages of Physical Therapy at Home?
Physical therapy at home has many advantages for the patient: The patient can access physical therapy services from the comfort of his home. The person feels more comfortable in the safe environment of his home during physical therapy. Since the patient has physical problems, going to and from the hospital may create difficulties for the patient. For this reason, it is more comfortable for the patient and his family to receive physical therapy sessions at home. Since the patient does not spend any energy to go to the clinic, he can concentrate on the Treatment more intensely and achieve the best recovery. The physiotherapist sees the patient where he spends the most time, so it is easier to work on the movements he needs daily and then show the exercises that the patient will do on his own. The physiotherapist can make the environment suitable for the patient by determining the risk factors that may affect the patient, as well as the negative aspects of the layout of the house. This practice can reduce the risk of falling, especially for elderly patients. Since the physical therapy session will be planned at the appropriate time for the patient, it is faster and easier. What is Home Physical Therapy and What Does It Cover?
Physical therapy is performed in the home environment of patients who experience pain, weakness or limitation of movement due to injury, fall or medical condition, and the person's mobility and physical strength are restored. The physiotherapy specialist helps the patient to regain his health as soon as possible with the personalized treatment plans determined by the doctor.
In addition to exercises in home physical therapy sessions; Different treatment methods such as electrotherapy, TENS, CPM Device, kinesiotape can also be used. In determining the scope and frequency of physical therapy applications; The patient's age, medical history and physical condition are important criteria.
Who Can Benefit From Home Physical Therapy Service?
Patients who have difficulty moving can benefit from physical therapy at home. The physiotherapist practices therapeutic exercises. Home physical therapy sessions aim to help patients regain their old skills. Patients also need to be patient and determined. Home physical therapy services may be needed for patients with severe fractures after trauma, knee and hip replacement surgeries, neurological diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer's, MS, Parkinson's, stroke-related paralysis, and palliative care patients. Home physical therapy is also beneficial for people who cannot drive due to their illnesses and have to come to the hospital alone.
Why Should I Get Home Physical Therapy Service?
The Home Physiotherapy Service within the scope of Home Health Practices provides treatment at home for patients who find it difficult to leave the house.
Home physical therapy is the most effective and safest form of treatment for patients who cannot come to the hospital due to trauma, illness or age. In particular, the lack of activity caused by pain, surgery or other problems experienced by the older age group may require physical therapy at home. It is also suitable for home physical therapy in infants and children. The treatment that the person will receive in the comfort and safety of his home can be much more effective. In addition, the physiotherapist can provide advice and support to the caregiver and other family members. This has a positive effect on the patient's recovery.
What can home physical therapy help?
Home physical therapy includes personalized, comprehensive and tailored programs offered by physical therapists. Physical therapy applications that will make it easier to return to daily life are carried out in the home environment. Patients who cannot or do not want to come to the hospital can benefit from this service.
How Do Home Physical Therapy Processes Work?
First, the physical therapist examines the patient in detail.