Post-Operative Physiotherapy
How we can help
Post-Operative Physiotherapy can assist in the recovery from a number of surgeries and procedures. We can help you through this process by optimising your function and regaining your physical and mental confidence using a range of strategies:
- Strengthening weaknesses or poor muscle timing or imbalance
- Reducing pain, swelling or discomfort
- Providing great tips of how to best tackle each part of the recovery process
- Lengthening or stretching tight muscles or other tissue
- Rββestoring normal body movements and co-ordination
- Restoring balance and proprioception
- Gait re-education
- Planning ongoing preventative strength training at home, in the gym or in group class settings
- Returning you to sport or exercise
- Education about expectations
During your initial appointment your physiotherapist will:
1. Comprehensive Assessment π¬
Our experienced practitioners will delve into your medical history, focusing on your most recent surgery, previous surgeries and previous injuries. This discussion assists in designing a rehabilitation plan individualised to your recovery needs and goals.
2. Thorough Examination π
Next, we'll conduct a comprehensive physical examination to accurately diagnose your condition, pinpointing specific areas affected by the surgery or injury. This comprehensive examination helps us identify the specific areas to improve post-operatively and focus on during your recovery journey with us.
3. Initial recovery plan π
Based on the assessment, collaboratively, we'll discuss preliminary recovery goals tailored to your post-surgery needs and personal goals. Whether this includes regaining strength, improving range of motion, or managing pain, we'll provide insights into your recovery journey and set the initial steps towards recovery.
4. Personalised Rehabilitation Plan π
With insights from your assessment and recovery goals, we'll develop a customised rehabilitation program aimed at facilitating your post-surgery recovery. From targeted exercises to specialised therapies, our approach is designed to address your specific needs and optimise your rehabilitation progress.
5. Hands-On Therapy β
During your session, you'll experience hands-on treatment from our tailored to your post-surgery rehabilitation plan. From targeted manual therapies including joint mobilisation, soft tissue mobilisation to therapeutic exercises focusing on improving strength, balance and flexibility, our interventions focus on restoring function and reaching your goals.
6. Education and Empowerment π
Finally, we'll provide you with valuable education on initial post-surgery recovery strategies including pain, wound and swelling management. We will then equip you with knowledge regarding safe movement mechanics, stages of recovery and injury prevention techniques. Throughout this entire process, we are dedicated to help you regain functionality and resume your daily activities with confidence.
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Common conditions we treat:
- Knee replacements
- Hip replacements
- ACL reconstructions
- Knee ligament repairs
- Rotator cuff repairs
- Shoulder surgeries
- Ankle and foot surgery
- Fractures
- Carpal Tunnel Release
Conditions We Treat
Back Pain & Injury
Neck Pain & Injury
Headaches & Migraine
Lower Limb Pain
Plantar Fasciitis
Hip pain
Pregnancy Related Pain
Shoulder Pain & Injury
Wrist & Hand Pain
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Pelvic pain
Post-surgery rehabilitation
Sports injuries
Joint pains
Spinal stenosis
Foot and ankle pain
Muscle strains and sprains
Disc conditions
Sciatica
Postural pain
Contact Us
Phone: (03) 9813 8852
Email: info@backontracksportsphysiotherapy.com.au
Address: 19-21 High Street, Glen Iris
Local Physio Servicing Glen Iris, Malvern, Malvern East, Ashburton, Hawthorn East, Camberwell, Toorak, Burwood, Canterbury, Surrey Hills, Armadale, Carnegie, Caulfield, Chadstone, Kooyong and South Yarra.