Pre & Post Op Physiotherapy
Surgery can be a daunting prospect. Any major surgical procedure can take an immense toll on the body and can leave an individual physically and emotionally jeopardized.
At A Plus Physiotherapy, we work closely with your surgeon and other medical professionals to ensure that all aspects of your care are addressed before and after surgery to ensure your outcomes are optimised.
You’ll be able to discharge from hospital with more confidence knowing that we’ve prepared your body well for what lies ahead.
What is Pre-Op Physiotherapy?
A pre-operative physiotherapy program is an exercise-based program combined with adjunctive therapy tailored by one of our expert physiotherapists for people who are about to undergo any surgery. It is one of the most effective treatment methods that often leads to a faster, more successful recovery.
What are the benefits of Pre-op physiotherapy?
- Helps restore movement patterns altered by injury.
- Prepares you for what will happen after your surgery.
- Sets goals and expectations for returning to your activities after surgery.
- Reduces your post-operative length of stay and long-term rehabilitation costs.
- Provides ongoing support and guidance from one of our expert physiotherapists.
Common surgeries that require post-operative physiotherapy:
- Hip replacement
- Knee replacement
- Hip arthroscopy
- Knee arthroscopy
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair
- Shoulder replacement – reverse or anatomical
- Shoulder rotator cuff repair
- Spinal fusion surgery
- Spinal discectomy and decompression
- Ankle and foot surgery
- Achilles tendon repair
Physiotherapy after Surgery - Post-op Physiotherapy?
Getting patients moving is vital to a successful recovery post-surgery. Post-operative physiotherapy assists patients in regaining mobility and recovering more quickly, as well as ensuring that any replacements or repairs made during surgery adequately heal.
Post-operative rehab often begins on the same day or soon after your surgery. It is has been proven to:
- Reduce pain and swelling around the injured site
- Reduces the chance of blood clots occurring post-surgery
- Facilitate faster healing
- Restore motion as soon as possible after surgery
- Regain strength and overall function
Physiotherapists are professionals in restoring movement and function throughout the body. Structured pre- and post-operative rehabilitation programs help to restore range of motion, reduce pain, improve muscle strength and mobility.
At A Plus Physiotherapy, we can help you recover faster and more comfortably if we begin working together as soon as possible.
Book an appointment at A Plus Physiotherapy and we’ll get started on designing a program just for you!