Finding post-surgical rehab in Caledonia, MI

You may be aware of how surgery can improve your life in certain situations, but have you thought of the challenges you’ll face during recovery? Weak muscles. Unstable joints. Reduced range of motion. All these issues can be challenges you face following surgery. 

It’s estimated that about 129 million outpatient surgical procedures were performed in the U.S. in 2018. Depending on the nature of your surgery, the above challenges can make it difficult to do many things on your own while you’re recovering. Some common daily tasks that could be harder to do include walking, going to the bathroom or even eating. Surgery can zap a lot of your strength, mobility and energy, but a post-surgical rehab plan from a physical therapist can help you regain your ability to live independently again.

What are the goals of post-surgical rehab?

To regain your independence, it’s important to strengthen and stretch your muscles to help them heal and support your body during recovery. Post-surgical rehab goals look different for each patient, but they typically aim to help with the following:

• Rebuilding strength and balance
• Restoring range of motion
• Assisting with pain management
• Preventing the buildup of scar tissue

Your physical therapist will also provide guidance for developing independence for tasks like walking or going to the bathroom.

What kind of care can I expect from my physical therapist?

Physical therapists are passionate about helping patients improve their quality of life. Your physical therapist will work closely with you to identify your needs and develop a personalized treatment for you.

Treatments vary depending on the nature of your surgery, your age, your medical history, and your overall health and well-being. Depending on these factors and your recovery goals, your post-surgical rehab treatment may include some of the following:

• Therapeutic exercises and stretches
• Manual therapy
• Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
• Redcord^® therapy
• McKenzie Method^®

Advent Physical Therapy offers effective post-surgical rehab

Are you undergoing surgery soon? Would you like to set up post-surgical rehab with an experienced physical therapy team? Our team of therapy specialists at Advent Physical Therapy is ready to help you get the post-op therapy you need. We offer free screenings intended to reveal issues that could affect your surgery or recovery time. Additionally, our team excels at building personalized therapy plans designed to reduce pain and shorten your recovery time. 

Not able to do an in-person therapy session? No problem! We offer several therapy services that are intended to help you get effective therapy without leaving home, including at-home therapy and virtual care sessions. You can even start pre-surgical rehab with us before you have a doctor’s referral. 

Don’t wait until after your surgery to seek help from our therapy team. Contact us today for more information about our pre- and post-surgery services or to schedule an initial appointment.