Post-Surgery Rehabilitation at Home

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Those First Days at Home Can Be Tough

Coming home from the hospital after surgery—whether it's a hip replacement, knee repair, or shoulder operation—can feel overwhelming. Pain, fatigue, and limited mobility can make even simple tasks difficult.

You're given discharge instructions, maybe a list of exercises, but you're left wondering: “Am I doing this right? Is this normal? What if I fall?”

Why Post-Surgery Rehabilitation Is So Important

Research shows that early, guided rehabilitation plays a key role in long-term orthopedic recovery after surgery. Without movement, there's a risk of:

- Joint stiffness or frozen shoulder

- Muscle weakness and imbalance

- Delayed wound healing

- Poor walking mechanics

- Loss of independence

- Complications like blood clots or infections

The key is structured, safe movement—at the right time and pace.

Best Practices After MSK Surgery (Hip, Knee, Shoulder, Spine)

After orthopedic surgery, the best recovery strategies include:

- Early mobilization (within 24–72 hours if safe)

- Range-of-motion exercises guided by a professional

- Swelling and scar management

- Education on walking, stairs, and bed transfers

- Strength-building in a progressive, personalized way

- Encouraging independence without risking re-injury

How a Physiotherapist Supports Recovery at Home

Our licensed physiotherapists help you with in-home physiotherapy to:

- Set up your home for safe movement

- Walk safely and confidently (even with stairs)

- Regain strength and flexibility

- Prevent falls and setbacks

- Monitor swelling, incisions, and progress

- Rebuild confidence and independence

- Communicate with your surgical team if needed

What the Research Says

Studies show that supervised physiotherapy after surgery leads to:

- Faster return to daily activities

- Improved joint mobility

- Less pain and medication use

- Better surgical outcomes

- Higher patient satisfaction

(Sources: Physiotherapy Canada, JOSPT, BMJ Open)

Why In-Home Physiotherapy Makes a Difference

Clinic visits aren’t always realistic after surgery. That’s where PhysioHome comes in.

We bring expert care right to your living room so you can focus on post-surgery rehab and healing.

Benefits of Post-Surgery Rehab at Home:

- No need for transportation or caregiver scheduling

- Safer environment with less fall risk

- Personalized 1:1 care in your real-world space

- More consistent follow-through (no missed appointments)

- Family members can be involved in care planning

- Flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends

Serving North & West Vancouver

We work with clients recovering from:

- Total Hip or Knee Replacement

- Rotator Cuff Repair

- Spinal Decompression or Fusion

- Fracture Surgery (e.g. wrist, ankle)

- ACL Reconstruction

- Other orthopedic or elective procedures