Falls are one of the most common causes of injury and loss of independence, particularly as we get older. At Macfarlane Physiotherapy, our Falls Prevention service is designed to help you stay confident, steady, and independent in your everyday life.
Whether you’ve had a fall, feel unsteady on your feet, or want to reduce your risk of falling in the future, our experienced physiotherapists can help.
Reduce Your Risk of Falling
Expert physiotherapy for long-term independence
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How We Help
Our falls prevention programme begins with a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment. We take time to understand you, including:
- Your balance, strength, and mobility
- Walking pattern and confidence when moving
- Any previous falls or near misses
- Medical history and current activity levels
- Home and lifestyle factors that may increase risk
From this, we create a personalised treatment plan focused on improving safety and confidence.
What Treatment May Include
- Balance training to improve stability and coordination
- Strengthening exercises, particularly for legs and core
- Gait (walking) retraining
- Functional practice, such as stairs, transfers, and everyday movements
- Advice on footwear, mobility aids, and activity modification
- Home exercise programmes to support long-term progress
All exercises are tailored to your ability and progressed at a safe, appropriate pace.
Who Is This Service For?
Our Falls Prevention service may be suitable if you:
- Have had one or more falls
- Feel unsteady, dizzy, or lacking confidence when walking
- Avoid activities because you’re worried about falling
- Are recovering from illness, injury, or hospital admission
- Want to remain active and independent for longer
You do not need a GP referral to access this service.
Our Aim
Our goal is not just to reduce the risk of falls, but to help you move with confidence, stay active, and maintain your independence. We focus on practical, evidence-based physiotherapy in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Book an Appointment
If you or a family member would benefit from falls prevention physiotherapy, please get in touch with Macfarlane Physiotherapy to book an assessment or to discuss whether this service is right for you.