After surgery, a rehabilitation program is sometimes needed to help you recover and regain your strength. Physical therapy is often required after orthopedic surgery, like operations on the hip, knees, shoulders, and spine. Therapy can start anywhere from a few hours to a few days after surgery. Therapy is imperative in most cases, helping a patient regain motion and strength and getting them back to their daily life. The body usually needs specific retraining to regain normal motion. Physical therapists are specifically trained to help patients do this and prevent re-injury from occurring.
There are many benefits to post-operative physical therapy. Therapy can facilitate a smoother recovery, and better healing. Through therapy, you can minimize the risk of blood clots and scarring and improve the patient’s overall health and coordination.
A rehabilitation program usually will consist of different treatments and exercises. Specific exercises and stretches are a key part of therapy, improving strength and flexibility in the affected area. Massage therapy can help relieve tense muscles and reduce inflammation. Electrical stimulation can also be a part of your treatment to help stimulate muscle function and accelerate healing.
Reddy Care Physical and Occupational therapy has an expert team of therapists who can work out the optimal program for you. To find out more about the treatment options available to you, give us a call today and schedule a consultation!
Reddy Care Great Neck (Great Neck Physical Therapy): 516-829-0030
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In-Home Physical & Occupational Therapy (Home Care): 516-829-0030
