Recovery
After surgery
Rehabilitation after joint replacement, ligament repair and fractures.
Overview
Rehabilitation after surgery helps you regain movement, strength and confidence, and get back to daily life, work or sport safely. We work with patients after joint replacements, ligament repairs and fractures.
We follow your surgeon’s guidelines and can send them progress reports if you want us to.
Symptoms
Stiffness and reduced movement after the operation
Weakness in the muscles around the joint
Swelling that increases with activity
Worry about putting weight on the leg or using the arm
How we treat it
Bring your discharge letter or surgical notes to the first session. We check your wound, swelling, movement and walking, and agree clear goals with you.
Your plan progresses in stages, from early movement and walking aids to full strength and balance training. We can see you in the clinic or teach a family member how to help at home.
Typical recovery time
Depends on the operation; usually 3 to 12 months