# Can physiotherapy be done at home?

URL: https://tymirahealth.com/resources/faqs/can-physiotherapy-be-provided-at-home
For: Patients | Physiotherapy care | Last updated 19 October 2026

**Answer:** Yes. Physiotherapy can be provided at home when travel is difficult, mobility is limited, you are recovering from surgery or illness, or practising real tasks in your own surroundings would help. Home physiotherapy is not necessarily less effective; it depends on the condition, goals and whether the setting suits the treatment planned. Caregivers can take part with your consent and clear instruction, and many people combine home and clinic visits. Some assessments or equipment are only available in a clinic.

### Who it may suit and what must be planned

Home physiotherapy may suit people with limited mobility, recent surgery, neurological disability, frailty or transport barriers. Before visits start, the provider should confirm:

- Your consent and who else will be present
- Caregiver roles and emergency contacts
- Infection control and safety for the visiting clinician
- Privacy and how notes will be recorded
- Whether the home is suitable for the planned treatment

Home care should not delay urgent medical assessment or replace tests and equipment that are only available in a clinical setting.

## Related questions

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- [Can physiotherapy be combined with medication or injections?](https://tymirahealth.com/resources/faqs/can-physiotherapy-be-combined-with-medication-or-injections)

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