In Home

• Functional mobility and falls risk assessments

Assessments in the person’s own home provides valuable insight and information. We assess general mobility, transfers and falls risk. We are able to identify high risk fallers and develop comprehensive strategies to minimize their falls risk. This includes the development of balance retraining programs, home modifications and assistive devices recommendations. We are able to work closely with vendors in the provision of appropriate equipment.

• Customized exercise programs

This includes range of motion, strengthening, aerobic conditioning and balance exercises. Our Physiotherapists can provided customized exercise programs based on the specific needs of the client or follow up with established programs provided by hospitals. Specific guidelines will be provided so that the client can carry out the exercises independently or with a caregiver. However, if more assistance is necessary our therapists are available for regular follow up as well.

• Electrotherapy modalities including TENS, muscle stimulation and acupuncture.

• Post operative care for total hips and knees

We are able to follow up and progress existing programs, create new programs and assist with getting back into regular activities.

• Caregiver training for ROM, chest physio, transfers and mobility assist and back care

• Assistive devices prescription

We are able to assess and provided prescriptions for assistive devices including canes, transfer belts and walkers. Many extended health care plans require this prescription for coverage.

Community-based

• Exercise classes

Join one of our exercise classes designed specifically for individuals with mobility issues.

• Customized gym or pool programs.

These programs are set up in your own community facility by one of our physiotherapists and can be followed up independently or with one of our staff.

• Caregiver/staff training sessions to address patient mobility and back care.

We can provide training for caregivers to address the specific needs of clients for transfers, assistance with mobility and exercise programs, while optimizing both client and staff safety.

We can also provide general back education sessions for staff around proper body mechanics and positioning of patients,

Community Classes

Community classes are offered weekly as group sessions through our Chairability program. This program is designed specifically for individuals with mobility issues. Classes focus on upper and lower extremity stretching and strengthening, core strengthening, sitting and standing balance and overall fitness.

Classes are held every Monday morning form 10:45-11:45 at the Cole Harbour Fire Hall (1150 Cole Harbour Rd, Dartmouth, NS B2V 1E7)

Participants must be able to maintain independent sitting balance and follow verbal or visual instructions.

Cost is $60.00 for a 10 week session or a $6.00 drop in fee.

Online Classes

Exercise from the comfort of your home with Stroke Class.