As Ottawa's population continues to age, maintaining independence and physical mobility has become a top priority for local families. According to Statistics Canada, physical activity and targeted exercises are the most effective ways to combat the natural declines associated with aging. Geriatric physiotherapy is specifically designed to address the unique health needs of older adults.
At LePro Wellness Center, we believe that aging shouldn't mean giving up the activities you love. Whether it's playing with grandchildren, gardening, or walking along the Rideau Canal, our Ottawa physiotherapists are dedicated to helping seniors move with confidence and freedom from pain.
Conditions Treated with Geriatric Physiotherapy
Why Fall Prevention is Critical for Seniors
One in three seniors over the age of 65 falls each year in Canada. Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations for older adults, often leading to a loss of independence. Our specialized fall prevention assessments analyze balance, gait speed, lower-body strength, and cognitive-motor coordination. We then design a program focused on building lower-body stability, improving balance reactions, and ensuring safe home environments.
Core Components of Our Senior Care Program
Our geriatric rehabilitation includes:
Balance & Proprioception Training
Exercises on different surfaces and in varying environments to train the nervous system to react quickly to slips and trips, reducing fall risks.
Functional Strength Training
Targeted resistance work focusing on muscles necessary for daily tasks, such as rising from a chair, climbing stairs, and carrying groceries.
Post-Surgical Joint Rehabilitation
Safe, progressive rehabilitation following joint replacements, fractures, or orthopedic surgeries, helping you regain full range of motion.
Pain Management & Joint Mobilization
Gentle manual therapy, heat therapy, and electrotherapy techniques to manage osteoarthritis and joint inflammation.
Are Seniors Covered for Physiotherapy at LePro Wellness?
Yes. Private physiotherapy services are covered by most extended health benefits (private insurance) plans in Ontario. Many older adults use direct billing through their plan or their family members' plans. While OHIP-funded clinic options exist in Ontario, they often have long waitlists. At LePro Wellness, we have no waitlist, allowing seniors to start their recovery immediately.
Book Geriatric Physiotherapy in Ottawa
LePro Wellness Center — Suite 104, 2 Gurdwara Rd, Ottawa ON K2E 1A2. Direct billing and ground-floor access with free parking.