Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Specialized post-operative physiotherapy designed to help you regain joint motion, strength, and flexibility after surgery. Our tailored rehabilitation programs optimize your recovery, helping you return to normal activities faster and avoid complications.
What is Post-Operative Rehabilitation?
Post-operative rehabilitation is a specialized physiotherapy program designed to support your recovery after surgery. Surgery, while often necessary, creates trauma to the body that requires careful management to achieve the best possible outcome. At Complete PhysioCure, we work closely with you and your surgeon to create a rehabilitation program that follows surgical protocols while being tailored to your individual needs and goals. We focus on managing pain and swelling, restoring range of motion, rebuilding strength, and progressively returning you to your normal activities. Our goal is to optimize your functional ability, help you recover faster, and prevent complications that can arise from inadequate rehabilitation.
Benefits
Key Benefits of Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Faster Recovery
Structured rehabilitation programs optimize healing and help you return to normal activities sooner.
Restored Mobility
Progressive exercises restore joint range of motion and prevent stiffness and scar tissue formation.
Strength Recovery
Targeted strengthening exercises rebuild muscle function lost due to surgery and immobilization.
Pain Management
Effective strategies to manage post-surgical pain and reduce reliance on medications.
Complication Prevention
Proper rehabilitation reduces risk of complications such as blood clots, stiffness, and muscle weakness.
Functional Return
Progressive program designed to return you to work, sport, and daily activities safely.
Treatment Process
Your Post-Operative Rehabilitation Treatment
Initial Consultation: Review of your surgical procedure, surgeon’s protocols, and current status.
Goal Setting: Collaborative discussion about your recovery goals and timeline expectations.
Phase 1 – Protection: Early exercises focused on reducing swelling, managing pain, and protecting surgical repair.
Phase 2 – Mobility: Progressive range of motion exercises and gentle strengthening as healing allows.
Phase 3 – Strengthening: Targeted exercises to rebuild muscle strength and restore normal function.
Phase 4 – Return to Activity: Sport-specific or activity-specific training to safely return to your normal life.
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Patient Testimonials
What Our Patients Say About Us
Don’t just take our word for it—hear from patients who have experienced the Complete PhysioCure difference firsthand.
“I have been to few physiotherapists but I found Puja very thorough in their treatment and stays focused to get results. My pain has improved significantly, the attention to detail from the moment I walked in and the comprehensive examination was exceptional.”
Alysa Thompson
Verified Patient
“Puja is awesome! Very friendly, professional and used a great deal of her knowledge to help my pain. She has since done wonders for my back and I would definitely recommend Complete PhysioCure to anyone seeking quality physiotherapy care.”
Molly Quinn
Verified Patient
“Great therapist and therapeutic service. I have already recommended Complete PhysioCure to friends and family. The personalized approach and genuine care make all the difference in recovery.”
Denis Perna
Verified Patient
“I cannot speak highly enough of the practice. Puja is very knowledgeable and explains your issue clearly in terms you can understand. So glad I found this place—truly a gem in Craigieburn!”
Bernadette Murphy
Verified Patient
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
This depends on your surgery type and surgeon's recommendations. Some surgeries require immediate physiotherapy (within days), while others need initial healing time. We'll coordinate with your surgeon's protocols.
Duration varies significantly by surgery type. Simple arthroscopies may require 4-8 weeks, while joint replacements typically need 3-6 months. ACL reconstructions often require 9-12 months for full sport return.
Some discomfort is normal during rehabilitation as we work to restore mobility. However, we carefully manage exercise intensity and use pain-relieving techniques to keep your sessions tolerable.
Yes, we follow your surgeon's post-operative protocols and can communicate with them if needed. Bringing your surgical notes or protocol sheet to your first appointment is helpful.
Home exercises are essential to your recovery. We provide detailed home exercise programs that complement your clinic sessions and accelerate your progress.
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