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Fall Prevention Programme in Solihull

Build strength, balance and confidence for everyday life.

A supportive, personalised physiotherapy programme to help reduce falls risk, improve steadiness and make daily movement feel safer at home and outdoors.

Better balance

More strength

Safer movement

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Fall prevention starts with understanding your risk

Practical support to help you stay active and independent.

Falls can affect confidence as well as physical health. Our fall prevention programme is designed to understand why you may feel unsteady, identify the factors that can increase your risk and create a clear plan around your own goals.

We look at strength, balance, walking, movement and everyday routines, then use treatment, targeted exercise and practical advice to help you feel safer in the places that matter most.
  • One-to-one physiotherapy assessment
  • Strength, balance and gait support
  • Confidence-building movement practice
  • Advice tailored to your routine and environment
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Small steps. Meaningful progress.

Focused support for safer movement, stronger balance and more confidence.

Fall facts

Falls are common — but many risk
factors can be addressed.

A fall is not always caused by one single problem. Often, it is the result of several small changes in
strength, balance, health or surroundings happening at the same time.

1 in 3

adults aged 65 or over experience a fall.

1 in 2

adults aged 80 or over experience a fall.

A&E

Falls are a leading reason for emergency care in later life.

£4.4bn

Estimated annual cost of fragility fractures in the UK.

Risk factors for falls

Recognising the things that can affect your balance.

Falls are usually caused by an interaction of several risk factors. The more factors you have, the greater your chance of falling — but recognising them is an important first step towards reducing the risk.

During your assessment, we discuss how you are moving now, what has changed, what activities feel difficult and what may be affecting your confidence.

01

Weak muscles, particularly in the legs

02

Poor balance or feeling unsteady on your feet

03

Dizziness, light-headedness, blackouts or fainting

04

Foot pain, deformities or unsuitable footwear

05

Memory, thinking, vision or hearing changes

06

Medication that causes dizziness or drowsiness

07

Alcohol combined with medication

08

Bladder or bowel conditions that affect urgency or mobility

What your programme includes

A plan shaped around your assessment and your goals.

Your programme is not one-size-fits-all. It is designed around your current ability, your confidence
and the everyday activities you want to do more safely. practical steps in place.

01

Comprehensive assessment

A detailed review of your falls risk factors, including strength, balance, walking pattern and medication considerations.

02

Personalised exercise plan

Tailored exercises and activities to improve strength, balance and coordination at a level that is right for you.

03

Gait & balance training

Practical techniques to improve steadiness, walking confidence and safer movement when standing or changing direction.

04

Education & reassurance

Clear information about falls risk, prevention strategies and ways to manage worry or anxiety after a fall.

05

Follow-up support

Regular reviews and adjustments to your plan so progress can be tracked and new concerns can be addressed.

Simple ways to reduce your risk

Helpful habits for safer, more confident movement.

Small changes can make a real difference. Your physiotherapist will give individual advice, but these practical actions are a useful starting point for many people.
  • Keep as active as you comfortably can.
  • Wear well-fitting shoes with non-slip soles.
  • Use night lights in bedrooms, hallways and bathrooms.
  • Complete your physiotherapy exercises regularly.
  • Use a suitable walking aid when needed.
  • Adapt your home environment using professional advice.
  • Know what to do and who to contact if a fall does happen.

Build confidence

Supportive movement work that fits your pace and ability.

Confidence starts with a clear plan

Let’s work towards safer movement and greater independence.

Whether you have had a recent fall, feel increasingly unsteady or want to be proactive about your balance, PhysioPoint can help you take the next practical step.

Take the first step towards feeling steadier.

Speak to PhysioPoint about a personalised Fall Prevention Programme in Solihull.

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Movement for real life

Feel supported from your first appointment.

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Personalised physiotherapy, rehabilitation and pain management in Shirley and Olton, Solihull.

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Shirley, Solihull

387 Stratford Road
Shirley, B90 3BW

Olton, Solihull

114 Lyndon Road,
Olton, B92 7RQ

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