M Thomas1. 1. Community Therapy Services, Inc., Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
Abstract
PURPOSE: This program was instituted to extend physiotherapy services to communities without road access to traditional rehabilitation services. METHODS: Physiotherapy consulting services are provided on a monthly basis to communities involved in the program. Service is based in the communities' nursing stations and includes four components: direct care to clients, preventive care, professional resources, and education. RESULTS: Physiotherapy services can be effectively provided in isolated settings by an outreach program using experienced therapists based in a central location.
PURPOSE: This program was instituted to extend physiotherapy services to communities without road access to traditional rehabilitation services. METHODS: Physiotherapy consulting services are provided on a monthly basis to communities involved in the program. Service is based in the communities' nursing stations and includes four components: direct care to clients, preventive care, professional resources, and education. RESULTS: Physiotherapy services can be effectively provided in isolated settings by an outreach program using experienced therapists based in a central location.