Post-operative
Post-operative physical therapy aims to promote recovery, restore function, reduce pain, prevent complications, and facilitate a safe return to daily activities and sports tailored to the specific surgery and individual patient goals. We don’t stop at “functional” when most patients get discharged. We ensure that your mechanics, strength, speed, and power are back to 100% to prevent future compensations and injuries.
Physical therapists treat various surgeries, each requiring specialized rehabilitation protocols tailored to the patient’s needs and the surgical procedure. Here are some common surgeries that physical therapists often treat.
Common Surgeries
- Total Joint Replacement (Hip, Knee, Shoulder):
- Spinal Surgeries (Discectomy, Fusion, Decompression)
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- ACL Reconstruction
- Meniscus Repair
- Fracture Fixation (e.g., Femur, Tibia, Ankle)
- Tendon Repair (e.g., Achilles Tendon, Biceps Tendon)
- Ligament Reconstruction (e.g., Ankle Ligaments, Elbow Ligaments)
- Arthroscopic Surgeries (e.g., Shoulder, Knee, Hip)
- Neurosurgical Procedures (e.g., Spinal Fusion, Decompression)
These are just a few examples, and physical therapists work closely with patients and surgeons to develop individualized rehabilitation plans based on the specific surgery, patient goals, and recovery timeline.
Get Relief Now
If you or a family member are dealing with any of the above and the symptoms have not improved in more than three weeks, chances are you would greatly benefit from at least one formal visit with a licensed physical therapist. While most aches and pains do improve on their own, persistent issues often require formal evaluation from a musculoskeletal expert.