Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older Australians, and the fear of falling can be just as limiting as a fall itself. A physiotherapy-led falls prevention program can be an important part of staying active, independent, and safe at home.
Blue Water Physio provides mobile falls prevention and balance programs across the Gold Coast and Northern NSW, delivered in your home where the real risks and challenges actually are.
What does falls prevention physiotherapy involve?
Your physiotherapist begins with a thorough assessment of your balance, strength, mobility, and the environment you move in. From there, a program is developed that may include balance exercises, strength training, gait work, and practical strategies for navigating your home and community more safely.
We also identify any environmental factors in your home that may be worth discussing with your care team or occupational therapist.
Who is it for?
- Older adults living at home who have experienced falls or feel at risk
- Aged care clients receiving support through a Home Care Package or Support at Home
- NDIS participants with balance and mobility goals
- People with neurological conditions where balance and falls risk is a concern
- Families and carers concerned about a loved one’s fall risk
How we deliver it
Delivering falls prevention in the home makes sense. Your physiotherapist can assess the actual spaces where you move and build a program relevant to your real daily environment.
We work with clients across the Gold Coast including Robina, Varsity Lakes, Helensvale, Runaway Bay, and Burleigh Heads, and into Northern NSW including Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, and Ballina.
Funding your falls prevention program
- Home Care Package (HCP) / Support at Home – for eligible aged care clients
- NDIS – Capacity Building (Improved Daily Living)
- Medicare – under an Enhanced Primary Care plan
- DVA – for eligible veterans
- Private (self-funded)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is falls prevention physiotherapy?
Falls prevention physiotherapy involves assessing your balance, strength, and movement, then developing a personalised program aimed at reducing your risk of falling and improving your confidence and function at home and in the community.
Can a physiotherapist assess my fall risk at home?
Yes. A home-based assessment allows your physiotherapist to observe how you move in the environment where most falls occur, which provides more relevant information than a clinic-based assessment in many cases.
Is falls prevention physiotherapy covered by a Home Care Package?
Yes. Falls prevention is one of the most commonly funded allied health services under Home Care Packages and the Support at Home program. Your care coordinator can help confirm what is available to you.
What does a balance training program involve?
Balance training involves a structured program of exercises designed to challenge and improve your stability, coordination, and strength. Programs are tailored to your current ability and progressed gradually.
How often are sessions needed for falls prevention?
This depends on your current level of risk and your goals. Your physiotherapist will recommend a session frequency at your initial assessment and adjust it as your program progresses.
