Pre-surgical Rehabilitation
Doctors and healthcare providers routinely prescribe pre-surgical rehabilitation (also known as “pre-hab”) to help prepare their patients for major surgery. Pre-hab involves strengthening weak muscles or connective tissue and maximizing joint flexibility, strength, and overall wellness before the surgery takes place. This allows people to withstand the trauma of surgery better and paves the way to faster healing after surgery. The better shape a patient is in before surgery, the better the outcome of the surgery will be, and the faster the recovery will be post-op.
Post-surgical Rehabilitation
We are experts in the art and science of the evaluation and treatment of human movement dysfunctions. We have successfully rehabilitated patients that have undergone a variety of surgical interventions including:
- Total Hip, Knee, Shoulder Replacement
- Neck Fusion
- Arthroscopic Surgical Repairs
- Rotator Cuff Repairs
- Subacromial Decompression
- Lumbar Laminectomy/Fusion/Discectomy
- Knee Meniscectomy
- ACL/PCL Reconstruction
We Work Closely with Your Surgeon
Communication is important for optimal recover after a surgical procedure. We follow a number of post-surgical protocols and take the necessary steps to optimize healing. We will be in contact with your referring physician for guidance regarding any precautions and/or recommendations based on your particular procedure.
Goals of the Rehabilitation Process
- Recovery of joint motion
- Recovery of strength
- Pain relief
- Improved function
- Independent care
Components of Your Care:
- A thorough biomechanical evaluation
- Extensive patient education
- Gentle hands-on techniques to relax the muscles
- Effective joint mobilization techniques to decrease stiffness
- Passive, active-assistive & active range of motion techniques
- Pain-relieving modalities
- Progressive strength training
- Targeted stretching for tight muscles
- Functional re-education
Recovery Times will Vary
Everyone is different. You may require one or two visits, or an extended care plan over several weeks depending upon the procedure, your health, level of physical fitness and a number of other factors.
