Prolonged Bed Rest Can Weaken Muscles, Making Walking More Difficult
Being bedridden due to surgery, illness, or injury can take a serious toll on your muscles, balance, and overall mobility. Many people find that after days, weeks, or even months of limited movement, simple tasks like standing, walking, or climbing stairs feel much harder than before.
At Village Physio, we specialise in helping people regain strength and independence through expert home-based physiotherapy. Whether you are recovering from a hip replacement, knee surgery, fracture, or a hospital stay, here is how physiotherapy can get you moving again.
Why Being Bedridden Affects Mobility
When you are not moving regularly, your muscles weaken, your joints stiffen, and your balance decreases. This can lead to:
Loss of muscle strength – Making it harder to stand and walk
Joint stiffness and discomfort – Limiting movement and causing discomfort
Reduced balance & coordination – Increasing the risk of falls
Fatigue and low energy – Making daily tasks feel overwhelming
The good news? Physiotherapy can help you regain strength, mobility, and confidence—right from the comfort of home!
How Physiotherapy Can Help You Walk Again
A Chartered Physiotherapist will assess your current strength and mobility before creating a personalised recovery plan, which may include:
Gentle Strengthening Exercises – To rebuild muscles weakened from inactivity
Balance and Coordination Training – To improve stability and prevent falls
Joint Mobilisation Techniques – To ease stiffness and restore movement
Safe Walking Techniques – To help you stand and move with confidence
When Should You Start Physiotherapy?
It is never too early to start focusing on regaining mobility after a period of being bedridden. The sooner you begin, the better your chances of recovering strength and independence faster.
Our home-based physiotherapy sessions mean you do not have to travel—we come to you, so you can recover in a safe and familiar environment.
Take the First Step Toward Recovery Today!
If you or a loved one is struggling with mobility after surgery, illness, or an extended hospital stay, Village Physio is here to help.
📞 Call 07401131048 to book a home visit
🌐 Visit www.villagephysio.org to learn more
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