Osteoarthritis, Allied Health & Right at Home

The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) reports that nine out of ten Australians with knee osteoarthritis could avoid costly surgeries through targeted physiotherapy programs. These programs could potentially save Australian taxpayers billions of dollars with knee and hip replacement costs projected to hit $5.32 billion by 2030. 

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease where the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of bones wears down over time, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced movement. Osteoarthritis most commonly affects the knees, hips, hands, and spine. 

Right at Home’s physiotherapists and occupational therapists are well-positioned to help prevent and treat osteoarthritis. We believe that every client has their own unique bodycode built by people, places, and culture. Our goal is to discover, heal, and optimise your physical and emotional wellbeing so that you can get on with living. 

Depending on factors like pain and mobility, we aim to create proactive treatment plans, particularly those focused on physical activity. Our treatment plans may include aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises to help reduce pain, improve function, and potentially slow the progression of the disease. We also address modifiable risk factors like obesity, which is also essential in preventative care.

Right at Home’s physiotherapists and occupational therapists can help improve mobility, manage pain, and support your wellbeing. Learn more about Allied Health Services, or contact your local office to see how these services may be included as part of your Support at Home Package.

Right at Home Australia is a leading provider of quality in-home care. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those we serve, ensuring the Right Care, Right at Home™.  We support people living with complex and post-operative care needs, dementia and cognitive decline, seniors, and adults living with a disability, including NDIS participants. Our tailored services help clients to remain safe and independent in their homes. We are an Approved Provider under the Aged Care Act, providing quality government-funded Support at Home. We also offer private pay arrangements for those who do not have government funding or who wish to pay privately for top-up care. Right at Home is all about you. We are available 24/7, so contact your local office today. You can also call our national number on 1300 363 802. 

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