What to Expect from Northern Beaches Rehabilitation
What to Expect - Therapy Programs
At NBR, we are constantly striving to provide the highest quality therapy. Our clients are able to visit us at our accessible, state of the art gym or alternatively, make an appointment for home-based therapy. We accept funding from NDIS, private health funds, third party insurance providers, iCare, chronic care management plans and department of veteran affairs.
What to Expect - Gym Based Therapy
Our gym based neurological therapy and falls/reconditioning appointments include:
- Initial assessment and reassessment of outcome measures, functional capacity, pre-post medication challenges and baseline/progress review.
- Detailed progress reports to specialists and GPs regarding management.
- Intensive 30 – 60 minute one-to-one rehabilitation therapy – for people requiring two therapist assistance, please speak to the treating therapist to discuss options.
- Physiotherapist- led small group classes – suits those who are more independent and requiring regular therapy. The programs are individualized to suit each client
- One-to-one therapy with a physiotherapy assistant – a cost-effective option for clients who require intensive treatment. A detailed therapy plan will be provided from your treating physiotherapist to the physiotherapy assistant.
What to Expect - Home Visit Treatment
Our home visit appointments include:
- Assessment appointments for reviewing treatment outcomes, report generation, pre-post medication challenges and baseline/progress review.
- Intensive 30minute – 1 hourly one-to-one rehabilitation therapy – for people requiring two therapist assistance, please speak to the treating therapist to discuss options.
- Home Visits for assessment of the home set up and modifications as well as community access, recreational activities.
What to Expect - Our Appointments
Clients do not require a referral from a medical practitioner prior to their initial assessment. However if they are seeking treatment for a neurological condition or if they have a complex medical history, it is strongly recommended.
A thorough assessment may involve some or all of the following:
- Past and present medical history – Medical reports, hospital discharge summaries and scans relevant to the client’s medical condition are encouraged to accompany the initial assessment.
- Objective Assessment –
- Neurological assessment may include posture assessment, detailed gait analysis, muscle strength assessment, fitness testing, sensation assessment, balance assessments.
- Musculoskeletal and post-operative assessment may include functional movement and mobility assessment, joint range of motion testing and muscle strength assessment.
- Goal Setting and Treatment Planning – including intensity of treatment required.
- Reports generated to referring practitioners where appropriate.
What To Expect - Post Operative Therapy
Our post-operative and musculoskeletal therapy appointments include:
- Assessment appointments for establishing a management plan and assessing current function.
- Intensive thirty (30) minute one-to-one therapy focusing on manual therapy and required hands-on treatment.
- Establishing a graded exercise program to allow for self-management and ensure return to normal activities.
- Group classes including – Clinical Pilates and strength and conditioning.