Post-Surgery Rehab: Complete Guide to Recovery & Strength
Surgery repairs the structure, but rehabilitation restores the function. Whether it’s a joint replacement, ligament repair, or fracture fixation, the outcome depends on what happens next.
This guide explains our evidence-based protocols for safe mobilization, scar tissue management, and returning to full strength without setbacks.
The 3 Pillars of Surgical Recovery
Moving too soon is risky, but waiting too long causes stiffness. We determine the perfect window to restore range of motion without compromising the surgical site.
Internal scarring can limit movement. We use manual therapy techniques to break down adhesions and ensure flexible, healthy tissue healing.
We rebuild muscle strength methodically—starting with isometric activation to protect the joint, and progressing to functional load-bearing exercises.
Don't Let Stiffness Set In.
The first 6 weeks post-surgery are critical. Proper professional guidance now prevents chronic pain and range-of-motion limitations later.
Book Your AssessmentThe 5 Stages of Post-Op Recovery
Clinical Assessment
Reviewing surgical notes and assessing swelling, incision healing, and current range of motion.
Pain & Swelling
Using Cryotherapy, elevation, and gentle movements to control post-operative inflammation.
Mobility Restoration
Targeted exercises to regain full extension and flexion of the affected joint.
Strength Building
Reactivating muscles that have weakened due to surgery and immobilization.
Functional Return
Gait training, stair climbing, and sport-specific drills to get you back to normal life.
Surgeries We Rehabilitate
1. Total Knee (TKR) & Hip (THR) Replacement
Rehabilitation focusing on restoring gait pattern, knee bending/straightening, and hip stability after joint replacement.
FocusReducing stiffness, improving walking balance, and strengthening quadriceps.
2. Ligament Reconstruction (ACL, PCL, MCL)
Protocol-based rehab to protect the new graft while restoring knee stability and range of motion.
FocusProtecting the graft, reducing swelling, and neuromuscular training.
3. Spine Surgery (Discectomy, Fusion)
Careful mobilization and core strengthening after back or neck surgery to support the spinal column.
FocusNeural mobilization, deep core activation, and posture correction.
4. Fracture Fixation (Plating, Nailing)
Rehab for upper or lower limb fractures fixed with plates, screws, or K-wires.
FocusPreventing joint stiffness adjacent to the fracture and restoring bone loading.
5. Rotator Cuff Repair
Slow, progressive rehab to restore shoulder elevation and rotation without straining the repaired tendon.
FocusPassive range of motion initially, followed by active scapular strengthening.
6. Meniscus Repair & Arthroscopy
Post-surgical care to reduce swelling and restore knee mechanics after keyhole surgery.
FocusFull extension, quadriceps activation, and proprioception.
7. Tendon Repair (Achilles, Patellar)
Strict protocol adherence to allow tendon healing while gradually introducing load.
FocusProtected weight bearing, heel raises, and eccentric strengthening.
From Surgery to Strength.
Your operation fixed the structure. Now let us fix the function. Start your personalized rehab journey today.
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