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Pre & Post Surgical InterventionPre & Post Surgical Intervention at Body in Balance Rehab in Linwood, NJBody in Balance Rehab Physical Therapy provides effective, evidence-based treatment for patients pre and post-surgery, whether a full joint replacement or recovery from a sprain or fracture. We focus on restoring safe movement techniques and normal, daily living activities as quickly as possible. For hip replacements, for example, it’s important to provide appropriate techniques to ensure walking is resumed with proper gait. Range of motion exercises, a stretching program, specific strengthening exercises, and a home exercise program are designed for each patient to ensure maximum recovery. Benefits of Pre and Post-Surgical Physical TherapyPhysical therapy before and after surgery has multiple benefits:
Physical therapy pre-hab before surgery and rehab afterwards is regularly prescribed by surgeons to maximize positive results for patients. StretchingStretching helps patients recover full joint flexibility and range of motion. After surgery, soft tissues contract and scar tissue forms, decreasing flexibility and making moving more difficult. Supervised, regular stretching helps prevent scar tissue from forming, so it is less likely to interfere with rehabilitation. Stretching also makes many tasks, like reaching overhead, walking more than a short distance, and climbing stairs, significantly easier. Therapeutic ExerciseCustomized therapeutic exercises improve strength and build muscle both pre and post-surgery. As endurance and strength build, patients are more comfortable during recovery. They can get back to the activities they enjoy more quickly. Other Physical Therapy Pre and Post-SurgerySurgeons and physical therapists regularly recommend other types of treatments pre and post-surgery.
Contact Body in Balance Rehab in Linwood, NJ, for Pre and Post-Surgery Physical TherapyPhysical therapy is an essential part of preparing for and recovering from surgery. Contact us to learn more about physical therapy and how it can help in your recovery. |