We are an aging population and our needs change as we grow older but we’re still individuals. Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Services work with older people to evaluate their own individual risks, needs and goals. This might include falls, working to prevent falls or facilitating recovery after a fall. Following the National Institute of Clinical Excellence guidelines, we carry out a comprehensive assessment and treatment plan which looks at physical and cognitive (thinking) skills, the person's home environment, their community and the activities they enjoy. We also work with individuals with cognitive difficulties such as Dementia or Alzheimer’s to promote independence, health and well being, as well as implementing safe and effective care, or management strategies to minimise risk when indicated. See our Fractures & Joint Replacements section for information on how we facilitate rehabilitation after these types of injuries.