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Post-Operative

Post-operative physical therapy focuses on enhancing recovery, restoring function, alleviating pain, preventing complications, and ensuring a safe return to daily activities and sports based on the specific surgery and individual patient goals. Our approach goes beyond basic functionality; we aim to fully restore your mechanics, strength, speed, and power to prevent future compensations and injuries.

 

Physical therapists address a range of surgeries, each requiring customized rehabilitation protocols tailored to the patient’s needs and the specific procedure performed. Here are some common surgeries frequently treated by physical therapists.

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.

Start Your Path To Pain Relief With A Specialist

If you or a family member have been dealing with persistent pain for more than three weeks without improvement, a visit to a licensed physical therapist could be highly beneficial. While many aches and pains improve on their own, ongoing issues often need a professional evaluation from a musculoskeletal expert.