Physiotherapy for older adults · Ontario
Stay mobile, independent and safe at home.
Clear, practical guidance on falls, balance, walking and mobility aids — written by a registered physiotherapist who works with older adults every day.
Written by Abhiraj Radhakrishnan, PT, MPT, Registered Physiotherapist
How can we help?
Practical guidance in four areas — choose where you’d like to start.
Falls & balance
Understand why falls happen and how to lower the risk — at home and on your feet.
Mobility & daily living
Move safely through your day — standing up, getting in and out of bed, the bathroom and the car.
- Transfers & daily mobility
- Walking with confidence
- Gait analysis: how you walk, and why it matters — coming soon
Mobility aids
Choosing, fitting and paying for canes, walkers, rollators and wheelchairs in Ontario.
For caregivers
Helping a parent or loved one stay safe — and looking after yourself, too.
Signs it may be time for a mobility check
Small changes are easier to address early. If any of these sound familiar, talk to your family doctor or a physiotherapist.
- A fall or a near-fall in the past year
- Holding on to furniture or walls to get around the house
- Needing your arms, or several tries, to stand up from a chair
- Avoiding outings or stairs because of a fear of falling
- Feeling weaker or less steady after an illness or hospital stay
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About Geriatric Physio
Practical advice you can trust
Geriatric Physio shares clear, practical guidance to help older adults stay mobile, independent and safe at home — and to support the families who care for them. Every guide is written by a registered physiotherapist with experience in rehabilitation for older adults and mobility equipment, and is based on current evidence.