Stroke Rehabilitation at Home in Mumbai

Certified neurological physiotherapists visiting your home across Mumbai — same-day bookings available.

If your family member has had a stroke, home physiotherapy in Mumbai can begin within 24 hours of hospital discharge. Our certified neurological physiotherapists visit daily, helping patients regain movement, balance, and independence — without the risk and stress of travel.

Stroke recovery is time-sensitive. Every day of delayed physiotherapy reduces the chance of full recovery. At Healflex, our neurological physiotherapists come to your Mumbai home with all required equipment — ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and rehabilitation aids — and begin treatment immediately. We work with patients who have hemiplegia, facial palsy, speech muscle weakness, and complete paralysis, designing a structured recovery plan around each patient's specific deficits.

Conditions we treat

  • Hemiplegia (one-sided paralysis)
  • Hemiparesis (one-sided weakness)
  • Balance and coordination disorders
  • Facial muscle weakness (Bell's Palsy post-stroke)
  • Spasticity and muscle stiffness
  • Post-stroke shoulder pain
  • Foot drop
  • Cognitive and memory-related movement issues

How treatment works

  1. Assessment at Home

    Our neurological physiotherapist visits your home and conducts a full assessment — muscle strength, tone, reflexes, balance, and mobility — to create a personalised recovery plan.

  2. Daily Passive & Active Therapy

    We begin with passive mobilisation of the affected limbs and progress to active exercises as the patient regains strength. Frequency is daily in the acute phase.

  3. Functional Retraining

    Walking, standing, sitting balance, and transfer training are introduced progressively — practised in the patient's actual home environment for maximum real-world benefit.

  4. Family Education

    We train family members in correct positioning, safe transfers, and home exercises so recovery continues between visits.

Benefits of home physiotherapy

  • No hospital travel — critical for bedridden patients
  • Daily sessions maintain neuroplasticity window
  • Familiar environment reduces anxiety and improves compliance
  • Family included in every session
  • Progress tracked and reported to your doctor

Who needs this

  • Patients recently discharged from hospital after a stroke (ischaemic or haemorrhagic)
  • Patients with one-sided weakness or paralysis (hemiplegia) who cannot travel to a clinic
  • Stroke survivors with foot drop, balance problems, or speech muscle weakness
  • Families managing a bedridden stroke patient at home
  • Patients 6+ months post-stroke who have plateaued and want to regain more function

How physiotherapy helps

Neuroplasticity — Retraining the Brain

  • The brain rewires itself in response to repeated, task-specific movement — this is neuroplasticity
  • Daily physiotherapy during the acute phase (first 3–6 months) maximises this window
  • Home physiotherapy enables daily sessions without travel fatigue — critical for early recovery

Passive to Active Progression

  • Starts with passive mobilisation — the therapist moves paralysed limbs to prevent spasticity and maintain joint range
  • Progresses to active-assisted exercises as strength returns
  • Advances to full active movement, standing balance, and walking when the patient is ready

Functional Retraining in Your Home

  • Practises real-life tasks — getting out of bed, sitting at the dining table, walking to the bathroom
  • Done in the patient's actual home — the skills transfer directly to daily life
  • Reduces the anxiety and regression that often follows hospital discharge

Patient experience

My father had a stroke and was bedridden. Healflex's physiotherapist started home visits the day after discharge. Within 6 weeks he could walk with support. I cannot express how much this meant to our family.

Deepika R., Borivali West — Post-Stroke Hemiplegia

Frequently asked questions

How soon after a stroke should physiotherapy start?

Physiotherapy should start as early as 24–48 hours after the stroke is stabilised — even while still in hospital. Once discharged, home physiotherapy should begin immediately. Early intervention is the single biggest factor in stroke recovery outcomes.

How many sessions does stroke rehabilitation take?

There is no fixed number. Mild strokes may need 20–30 sessions over 2–3 months. Severe strokes with significant paralysis may require 6–12 months of regular therapy. We assess progress every 4 weeks and adjust accordingly.

  • Mild stroke: 20–30 sessions (2–3 months)
  • Moderate stroke: 40–60 sessions (3–6 months)
  • Severe stroke: 6–12+ months of ongoing care

Can physiotherapy help a patient who had a stroke 2 years ago?

Yes. While the fastest recovery window is the first 6 months, the brain continues to adapt (neuroplasticity) for years. Patients even 2–5 years post-stroke can improve strength, balance, and daily function with consistent physiotherapy.

What equipment does the physiotherapist bring?

Our therapists bring portable electrical stimulation devices, resistance bands, balance training aids, and soft tissue massage tools. A clear space of about 6×6 feet at home is sufficient for sessions.

Do you coordinate with the patient's neurologist?

Yes. We share written progress reports with your neurologist every 4 weeks and follow any specific contraindications or precautions they have outlined. Family members can be present and involved in every session.

Areas we cover

Medical disclaimer

This page is general information, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified physiotherapist or doctor about your own condition before starting treatment.

Book a home physiotherapy visit

Call or WhatsApp +91 84335 66226 to arrange a visit, or book an appointment online.

Healflex Physiocare, 3/6 Pandit Pathan, Near St. Jude's High School, Kharodi Village, Malad West, Mumbai 400095.