Post Surgical

Understanding Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Post-surgical rehabilitation is a crucial part of the recovery process following any surgery. Whether you have undergone orthopaedic surgery, such as joint replacement or ligament repair, or other types of surgery that affect your mobility and function, a tailored rehabilitation programme is essential for optimal recovery. At Azzurro Physiotherapy, we specialise in post-operative care to help you regain strength, mobility, and independence as quickly and safely as possible.

What is Post-Surgical Rehabilitation?

Post-surgical rehabilitation involves a structured and personalised programme designed to:

Reduce Pain and Swelling: Through manual therapy, ice therapy, and other techniques, we aim to control pain and minimise swelling, promoting faster healing.
Restore Mobility: We focus on improving your range of motion and flexibility, which can be limited after surgery.
Strengthen Muscle: Targeted exercises help rebuild strength in the affected area and surrounding muscles, which may have weakened during recovery. We can track this accurately using our state-of-the-art Dynamometry strength testing device.
We work on specific functional tasks to help you return to your daily activities, hobbies and if relevant, sport.
Prevent Complications: Early mobilisation and exercise help prevent complications such as blood clots, muscle atrophy, and joint stiffness.

How Can We Help?

Our approach to post-surgical rehabilitation is comprehensive and tailored to your specific needs. Here’s how we can help:

Comprehensive Assessment: We begin with a thorough evaluation to understand your surgical history, current condition, and recovery goals. This helps us develop a personalised rehabilitation plan.
Protocol-led recovery: There are often set protocols for certain surgical procedures. These have been designed as gold-standard, evidence-based rehabilitation pathways to maximise safety and improve outcomes. We are experienced in Post-op protocols and will use them whenever relevant alongside any additional needs.
Manual Therapy: Our skilled physiotherapists use hands-on techniques to reduce pain, improve joint mobility, and enhance tissue healing. This includes massage, mobilisation, and soft tissue techniques.
Exercise Therapy: We design specific exercise programmes to gradually increase your strength, flexibility, and endurance. These exercises are tailored to your surgical procedure and stage of recovery.
Functional Training: We focus on functional tasks and activities to help you regain independence in your daily life. This includes walking, climbing stairs, and other activities relevant to your lifestyle.
Education and Advice: We provide guidance on post-operative care, including wound management, pain control, and activity modifications to ensure a safe and effective recovery.
Progress Monitoring: We continually assess your progress and adjust your rehabilitation programme as needed to ensure you are on track to meet your recovery goals.
Home Exercises: We provide a set of exercises to perform at home, ensuring consistent progress between sessions and helping you maintain your improvements.

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At Azzurro Physiotherapy, we are dedicated to supporting you through your post-surgical recovery. Let us help you reduce pain, restore function, and regain your quality of life after surgery. Our commitment is to guide you every step of the way towards a full and successful recovery.