Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Treatment for low back, neck, shoulder, knee and other joint pain.
Physiotherapy at home, in Portimão and nearby
Assessment, treatment plan and follow-up by the same physiotherapist, in your own living room. No doctor's referral needed. English spoken.
- No doctor's referral needed
- Treatment couch and equipment included
- Receipt accepted by insurers and for Portuguese tax relief
- The same physiotherapist from first visit to discharge
How it works
Four steps, from first contact to discharge.
Book online or call
Choose your area, the day and the time. The request reaches me on WhatsApp and I confirm the time, usually the same day.
Assessment at your home
Between 45 and 60 minutes. I bring everything needed, couch included. All I need is two metres of clear space.
A plan with goals
You get the plan in writing, with illustrated exercises for the days between sessions.
Sessions and review
We reassess every four weeks. Once the goals are met, you are discharged.
Services
All delivered at your home, by me. The number of sessions always depends on the person and their progress — we set it at the assessment.
Sports physiotherapy
Prevention and recovery from sports injuries.
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Functional recovery after orthopaedic surgery.
Chronic pain
Tailored support for persistent pain.
Injury prevention
Correcting imbalances and improving movement.
Degenerative conditions
Maintaining mobility, strength and function.
Therapeutic massage
Relief of muscle tension and relaxation, built into the treatment plan.
Manual lymphatic drainage
Reducing swelling and oedema, after surgery or with fluid retention.
Prices and areas
No surprises at the end of the session. The travel charge depends only on distance.
| Portimão, Praia da Rocha, Alvor, Mexilhoeira Grande | €40 |
|---|---|
| Ferragudo, Parchal, Estômbar, Lagoa, Carvoeiro, Porches, Silves, Armação de Pêra | €45 |
| Lagos, Praia da Luz, Odiáxere | €50 |
| Package of 5 sessions paid upfront | −€5 per session |
The price already includes travel and equipment. For addresses outside the towns listed, I confirm the price before booking.
- Receipt with your tax number. Physiotherapy is deductible as a health expense in Portugal.
- Accepted by private health insurers for reimbursement, depending on your policy.
- Payment in cash, at the end of each session.
1Portimão, Praia da Rocha, Alvor, Ferragudo, MexilhoeiraEvery weekday · travel included
2Lagoa, Carvoeiro, Estômbar, Parchal, PorchesMost days · travel surcharge
3Lagos, Praia da Luz, Odiáxere, Silves, Armação de PêraLagos on Tuesdays · Silves and Armação de Pêra on Thursdays
Why you can trust this
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Professional licence
Physiotherapist, licence no. 12280, verifiable with the issuing body.
Clinical background
Experience in clinics, continuing care and sports clubs —.
Professional indemnity insurance
Practice covered by professional insurance —.
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About me
I am a physiotherapist and I have worked in clinics, in continuing care and with sports clubs. That is where I understood something simple: the people who need physiotherapy most are often the ones who find it hardest to get to a clinic.
Today I work at people's homes across Portimão and the surrounding area. I bring the equipment, you get the whole session — no sharing, no crowded rooms — and it is the same person at every visit, from the first day to discharge.
My commitment is to be beside you at every step of your recovery.
Frequently asked questions
If your question is not here, call. You will reach me directly.
What is Fisio InHome?
Fisio InHome is the home physiotherapy service of Inês Costa, a physiotherapist working across Portimão and the western Algarve. Sessions last 45 to 60 minutes, no doctor’s referral is required, and she brings a portable couch and all equipment. Sessions are available in English or Portuguese.
What are the opening hours?
Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 19:00. The last sessions of the day start at 18:00, for people finishing work.
How can I pay?
In cash, at the end of each session. A receipt with your Portuguese tax number is issued, valid as a health expense and accepted by private insurers for reimbursement.
Which languages do you work in?
English and Portuguese. Sessions, the treatment plan and any reports can be in either language.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No. You can start physiotherapy without a referral. If you have reports, scans or instructions from your doctor, bring them to the assessment — they help shape the plan.
How much does a session cost?
Between €40 and €50 per session depending on the town, travel and equipment included. In a package of 5 sessions, €5 less per session.
Do I need any equipment at home?
No. I bring a portable treatment couch and all the equipment. I only need about two metres by two of clear floor space — the living room is usually enough.
Can I book for my mother or father?
Yes, and it is the most common case. The booking form has an option to say the appointment is for someone else: it keeps your contact details alongside the patient's.
Which areas do you cover?
Portimão, Praia da Rocha, Alvor, Ferragudo and Mexilhoeira Grande with no travel charge. Lagoa, Carvoeiro, Estômbar, Parchal and Porches with a travel surcharge. Lagos, Silves and Armação de Pêra on set days, so visits are grouped.
How long is a session?
Every session lasts between 45 and 60 minutes, assessment included.
How often should I be seen?
It depends on the condition and the stage of recovery. Most people start with two sessions a week and space them out as the goals are met.
Do you issue a receipt for insurance or tax?
Yes. I issue a receipt with your Portuguese tax number, deductible as a health expense and accepted by private insurers for reimbursement, subject to your policy.
Do I need a Portuguese health number to be seen?
No. This is private care, so no SNS number or Portuguese registration is required. A residence address within the covered areas is all I need.
How do I pay?
Payment is in cash, at the end of each session. Card terminals and bank transfers are not used for home visits.
Can I cancel?
Yes, free of charge up to 24 hours before. Just reply in the same WhatsApp conversation where you booked.
Is home physiotherapy as effective as a clinic?
For most musculoskeletal conditions, yes. At home we have the advantage of training movements in the real setting — your stairs, your sofa, your bed. If your case needs equipment that cannot be transported, I will tell you at the assessment and refer you on.
Fala português?
Sim, sou portuguesa. A versão portuguesa do site tem a mesma informação.
Your recovery starts with an assessment
Pick the day and time that suit you. If you would rather explain your situation first, call — you will reach me directly.