Movement, well-being and longevity.

It is the field of physiotherapy focused on the health and function of older adults. It aims to preserve or restore movement, muscle strength, balance, mobility and independence in everyday activities.

The physiotherapist assesses physical and functional status, identifies limitations and develops therapeutic strategies to improve or maintain movement ability, prevent complications and support autonomy.

When they have difficulty walking, standing up, sitting down, climbing stairs, maintaining balance or performing daily tasks, or when they experience reduced strength, mobility or confidence in moving safely. They can also seek preventive care.

Yes. Through individualized exercises for muscle strengthening, balance, coordination and gait training, physiotherapy can help reduce fall risk and improve safety when moving around.

Yes. The absence of pain does not mean there are no functional limitations. Ongoing care can help preserve strength, mobility, balance and independence, even when the person has no symptoms.

Activities are determined by the individual assessment and may include strengthening, balance, motor coordination, stretching, joint mobility, gait training and functional movements used in everyday life.

Yes. When clinically indicated and in accordance with the medical team’s guidance, physiotherapy can help restore mobility, strength, balance and functional ability following hospitalization or surgical procedures.

The physiotherapist provides care in the patient’s home, using the surroundings and available resources, along with therapeutic equipment when needed. The goal is to carry out activities related to the patient’s actual needs, in comfort and safety.

An individualized assessment considers the patient’s health history, mobility, muscle strength, balance, coordination, functional limitations, routine and goals. This information is used to develop the treatment plan.

The plan is developed from the assessment findings, setting therapeutic goals, activities, required resources, frequency and estimated duration of care. Progress is monitored, and treatment approaches are adjusted when necessary.

Frequency depends on each patient’s needs, clinical status, therapeutic goals and functional ability. It is determined by the physiotherapist after the individualized assessment.

It is the concept that guides all MAZAL care: the patient is at the center, and the physiotherapist coordinates the other specialties. Care is organized into four areas — clinical assessment and management, rehabilitation and function, health and prevention, and well-being and quality of life — so that all disciplines work together toward the same goal: an active life, autonomy, well-being and longevity.

It is a single, shared record of the patient’s care. It brings together the initial assessment, therapeutic goals, progress in each session and periodic reassessments. This allows the physiotherapist, family and other specialties involved to follow the same information, supporting continuity, safety and transparency in care.

Yes. The individualized assessment also measures neurological and cognitive aspects, such as attention, memory, orientation, coordination and how the patient understands and performs activities. These findings form part of the Integrated Health Record and help tailor exercises, monitor progress and identify early changes that may require the multidisciplinary team’s attention.

Family participation is important for supporting continuity of care, encouraging prescribed activities, helping maintain a safe environment and following the patient’s progress. Family involvement is considered an important part of the therapeutic process.