Falls & Balance Recovery Program
Regain confidence, improve mobility and reduce your risk of falls with personalised rehabilitation.
Falls, unsteadiness and reduced mobility can significantly impact independence, confidence and quality of life. At Eden Private Hospital, our Falls & Balance Recovery Program is designed to help people experiencing a decline in physical function improve their balance, strength, mobility and ability to perform everyday activities safely.
Whether you have recently experienced a fall, are becoming less confident on your feet, or are noticing increasing difficulty with daily activities, our experienced rehabilitation team can provide tailored support to help you achieve the best possible outcomes.
Who May Benefit from the Falls & Balance Recovery Program?
You may be suitable for the program if you are experiencing:
- Recent deterioration in mobility, balance or walking ability
- Increased difficulty with everyday activities such as showering, dressing, transfers or household tasks
- Falls or near-falls related to an underlying medical condition
- Reduced confidence or fear of falling
- A decline in physical function where rehabilitation may help improve independence and safety
Common Signs of Functional Decline
Many people do not realise their mobility is changing until everyday tasks become more challenging. Signs that rehabilitation may be beneficial include:
- Altered gait or increased reliance on furniture, walls or mobility aids
- Muscle weakness, particularly in the lower limbs
- Difficulty getting up from a chair, bed or the floor
- Fatigue and reduced endurance
- Increased reliance on carers or support services
- Reduced participation in daily activities due to mobility concerns
Benefits of Falls Rehabilitation
Our Falls & Balance Recovery Program aims to help participants:
- Improve balance and stability
- Increase strength and mobility
- Reduce the risk of future falls
- Improve confidence when walking and moving around
- Maintain independence at home and in the community
- Enhance overall safety and quality of life
Accessing the Program
The program may be accessed through a range of funding pathways, including:
- Private health insurance
- DVA Gold and White Cards
- Support at Home packages
- NDIS funding
- Medicare (where applicable, including Chronic Disease Management plans)
- Self-funding options
Submit a referral
Referrals should include:
- A clear diagnosis
- Description of recent deterioration or functional decline
- Information about functional impacts, such as weakness, balance deficits or reduced ability to perform activities of daily living
- An expectation that rehabilitation may lead to functional improvement
If you are a GP, specialist, allied health professional or healthcare provider seeking advice about a potential referral, our team is available to discuss suitability and individual patient needs.
Phone: (07) 5472 6472
Email: eden.private@aurorahealth.com.au