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Home Physiotherapy & Occupational TherapyLocations We Cover in Dorset
Getting the physiotherapy or occupational therapy you need shouldn't mean waiting months. Across Dorset, NHS physiotherapy waiting lists currently range from 10 to 31 weeks. Salveo Forma offers same-week appointments with no GP referral needed.
Our team of HCPC-registered chartered physiotherapists and occupational therapists provide expert private home visits across Dorset, specialising in elderly rehabilitation, neurological physiotherapy, falls prevention and post-surgical recovery. We come to you — at home or in your care home — so you can focus on getting better, not getting there.
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Same-Week Appointments
Skip NHS waiting lists of 10–31 weeks. No GP referral needed — book directly and be seen this week.
HCPC-Registered Specialists
Chartered physiotherapists and occupational therapists with NHS clinical experience and specialist expertise.
Across All of Dorset
Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Dorchester, Wimborne, Blandford, Sherborne and beyond — we come to you.
Treatment in Your Home
No exhausting journeys. Therapy delivered at home or in your care home — focus on getting better, not getting there.
Dorset — Where We Visit
We cover more than thirty towns and villages across Dorset, from the conurbation on the coast to the market towns of the north and the villages of Purbeck. Select a location near you to find out more.
Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole
The coastal conurbation and its suburbs
Bournemouth · Poole · Christchurch · Southbourne · Westbourne · Highcliffe · Branksome · Sandbanks · Canford Cliffs · Lilliput · Broadstone
East Dorset & the Stour Valley
Wimborne, Ferndown and the villages around them
Wimborne · Ferndown · Colehill · Corfe Mullen · West Moors · St Leonards · Ashley Heath · Verwood · Cranborne · Lytchett Matravers
North Dorset
Blandford, Shaftesbury, Sherborne and the Blackmore Vale
Blandford · Shaftesbury · Gillingham · Sturminster Newton · Shillingstone · Child Okeford · Milton Abbas · Sherborne
West Dorset & Purbeck
Dorchester, Wareham and the villages beyond
Dorchester · Poundbury · Wareham · Bere Regis · Bovington
Why Choose Salveo Forma
Salveo Forma was founded by Debbie Richards, an experienced NHS physiotherapist and Clinical Director, on a simple belief: that rehabilitation is most effective when it happens at home. Our team of senior chartered physiotherapists each bring extensive NHS experience and advanced specialist knowledge to every visit.
Unlike clinic-based physiotherapy, our home visits allow us to assess how you actually move in your own environment — identifying trip hazards, practising real-life tasks like getting in and out of bed or navigating stairs, and tailoring your exercises to the space you genuinely live in.
Research shows that tailored home-based physiotherapy can reduce fall risk by approximately 25%.
As a small, dedicated team, we provide genuinely personalised care. You'll see the same physiotherapist at every visit, building a trusted relationship that larger providers simply cannot replicate. We treat you as a whole person — not just your symptoms.
What sets us apart:
- HCPC-registered and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) members
- Enhanced DBS-checked therapists
- Same-week appointments — no waiting lists
- No GP referral required
- Available 7 days a week, 8am–8pm
- Free initial telephone consultation
- BUPA insurance referrals accepted
- Covering 30+ towns and villages across Dorset
Conditions We Treat
Our Dorset physiotherapists and occupational therapists hold specialist expertise across a wide range of conditions. If you do not see yours below, please get in touch — we treat far more than this list.
Elderly Care & Rehabilitation
Age-related mobility decline, frailty, deconditioning after illness or a hospital stay, arthritis, osteoporosis and dementia-related movement difficulties.
Falls Prevention & Management
Comprehensive falls risk assessments carried out in your home, covering balance, strength, mobility and environmental hazards, followed by a tailored programme.
Neurological Conditions
Expert rehabilitation for stroke, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, brain and spinal cord injury, Guillain-Barré syndrome and Functional Neurological Disorder (FND).
Post-Surgical Recovery
Rehabilitation following hip replacement, knee replacement, fractures and other orthopaedic surgery — regaining strength, mobility and confidence at home.
Musculoskeletal Conditions
Back pain, neck pain, sciatica, joint pain, sports injuries, arthritis and other muscle and joint conditions, for patients of all ages.
Pain Management
Specialist support for chronic and complex pain including fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, neuropathic pain and long COVID.
Care Home Physiotherapy
Regular physiotherapy and occupational therapy visits to care and nursing homes across Dorset, supporting residents with falls prevention, mobility and wellbeing.
Paediatric Physiotherapy
Home and school-based physiotherapy for children of all ages with developmental delay, neuromuscular, genetic and orthopaedic conditions.
Learning Disability Physiotherapy
Specialist physiotherapy for children and adults with learning disabilities, cerebral palsy and complex needs, including hydrotherapy and rebound therapy.
Occupational Therapy
Home environment assessments, equipment recommendations, daily living adaptations, seating and postural care, and wheelchair assessments.
How We Compare to NHS Physiotherapy in Dorset
If you are waiting for NHS physiotherapy in Dorset, the reality can be a significant one. Current waiting times vary considerably across the county.
| Provider | Location | Approx. wait |
|---|---|---|
| Dorset County Hospital | Charlton Down | 17 weeks |
| Dorset County Hospital | Weymouth | 17 weeks |
| Dorset HealthCare | — | 10 weeks |
| University Hospital Dorset | Christchurch | 31 weeks |
| University Hospital Dorset | Poole | 31 weeks |
| Salveo Forma | Across Dorset | Same week |
Source: NHS Dorset MSK Matters — figures subject to change.
For many conditions — particularly after a fall, surgery, or a neurological event — waiting four to eight months for treatment can mean slower recovery, loss of strength and function, and a greater impact on long-term independence. Early intervention often makes the biggest difference.
Salveo Forma offers same-week appointments across Dorset — no waiting list, no GP referral needed. Call 07384 590177 for a free telephone consultation with a qualified physiotherapist.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our Chartered Physiotherapists are registered with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) and are members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).