At a glance
| At home | At a clinic | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting there | Nothing to arrange; the physiotherapist comes to you | You travel, sometimes with help |
| Where you practise | Your own bed, chairs, steps and bathroom | A treatment room and gym |
| Equipment | What’s portable, plus what’s in your home | Full gym and specialist equipment |
| Family involvement | Easy for family members or a helper to join and learn | Possible, but they need to come along |
| Cost | Usually higher per session | Usually lower per session |
| Scheduling | Can include evenings, depending on the provider | Clinic opening hours |
When home physiotherapy makes most sense
- Getting out is hard. For example after a stroke or an operation, with no lift landing, steps at the entrance or a long trip to the clinic.
- The goal is managing at home. Getting up from bed, using the toilet, walking to the kitchen and steps are best practised where they happen.
- Falls are a worry. A physiotherapist can see the actual risks in your home and help you deal with them.
- Family members or a helper need to learn. They can join sessions and learn to support you safely.
- Travel tires you out. The energy you’d spend getting to a clinic can go into the session instead.
When a clinic may suit you better
- You can get there easily and want the lowest price per session.
- You need specialist equipment, such as a full gym or certain machines.
- Your goals are sport or high-level fitness, where gym equipment matters.
Many people use both: home physiotherapy while getting out is hard, then a clinic once they’re more mobile.
What a home visit with Oreka looks like
A registered physiotherapist visits you for 60 minutes. At the first visit, they ask about your health and goals, see how you move around your home and agree a plan with you. Follow-up visits continue the plan, and your physiotherapist leaves you exercises to practise between visits.
It’s S$250 nett for a visit starting 8am–7pm, the same for every visit, and you pay afterwards. How much home physiotherapy costs
Frequently asked questions
Is home physiotherapy as effective as going to a clinic?
It depends on the person and the goal. For practising everyday activities at home, home visits are well suited. For goals that need specialist equipment, a clinic may be better. Your physiotherapist can advise after assessing you.
Is home physiotherapy only for older people?
No. Oreka’s service is for adults of any age (18 and over), including people recovering from surgery or managing pain who find it easier to be treated at home.
Can I switch from home visits to a clinic later?
Yes. Many people start at home and move to a clinic as they get more mobile. Ask your physiotherapist for a summary to take with you.
Last updated: 1 October 2026