Understanding the Role of Physiotherapy in Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

 Introduction

When you’ve had a successful surgery rehabilitation plays an important role in the journey to recovery.  Post-surgical rehabilitation can be challenging however, doing it regularly as advised speeds up the healing process. Physiotherapy lays the foundation in post-surgical rehabilitation helping patients to recoup their strength, function and mobility. Understanding the importance of the role of physiotherapy post-surgery in of paramount importance.  

What is Post-Surgical Rehabilitation?

In simple words, post-surgical rehabilitation involves a sequence of exercises and treatments tailored to help patients recover and take their first step with ease. The main aim of physiotherapy is to reduce pain, improve movement and restore normal daily functions. Rehabilitation starts with easy movements and progresses according to each patient’s specific needs.

 How Physiotherapy Aids in Rehabilitation?

Physiotherapy is important as it is structured to each patient’s individual needs and conditions. The approach to rehabilitation with physiotherapy offers quicker and more successful results along with enhancing the overall quality of life.

Here’s how physiotherapy helps patients-

1. Providing Pain Relief and reducing inflammation

Pain and inflammation are inevitable post-surgery. Pain-killer drugs also work for a brief period and are prescribed for a couple of days’ post-surgery due to their side effects. However, physiotherapy helps to manage this pain and inflammation post-surgery effectively. Techniques like ice and heat therapy, manual therapy or electrotherapy can be used to promote healing.

• Regain strength and restore mobility

Stiffness and weakness in the muscles is a common symptoms seen in patients after surgery. Physiotherapy mainly focuses on relaxing the muscles often restoring their flexibility and mobility. The muscles around the surgical area become weak, but doing the correct movement with your physiotherapist builds strength around the area and aids in tissue healing.

• Targets the desired muscle

For those suffering from pain at a specific site post-surgery, physiotherapy provides targeted exercises that alleviate discomfort and improve alignment.

• Prevents Complications

Pot-surgery complications may arise if not taken care of. Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in avoiding any such complications as blood clots, joint or muscle stiffness or muscle atrophy. Regular physiotherapy ensures the patient is actively involved in the recovery process and reduces the risk of post-surgical complications.

Benefits of Choosing Healyos for your Physiotherapy Needs-

• Professional and expert physiotherapist in the comfort of your home without long travel hours.
• Get access to multiple therapies associated with equipment.
• Personalised care and treatment designed as per your condition.
• Positive and supportive attitude that helps to recover faster.
• Being close to home means you can involve family and friends in your recovery journey.

Types of Physiotherapy techniques used in post-surgical rehabilitation-

1. Manual therapy

It includes hands-on techniques to massage and mobilise the soft tissues and joints. Manual therapy aids in reducing pain, improving the range of motion and taking a step further to better functions.

2. Exercise Therapy

Customized exercise programs are designed for the betterment of muscle strength and an enhanced range of motion. Exercises come in very handy for patients recovering from surgical procedures related to the back, knees, hips, and shoulders.

3.  Electrotherapy

Electrotherapy refers to electrical impulses that can be used to suppress pain and promote muscle contractions. It is mostly used in combination with other physiotherapy techniques to hasten recovery.

4. Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy includes exercises conducted in water. Since water offers floatation, joint and muscle stresses become minimal, and thus the patient may move around and exercise freely.

For more information on post-surgical rehabilitation and to find a physiotherapy centre near you, visit The Indian Association of Physiotherapists Or [American Physical Therapy Association]

By incorporating physiotherapy into your recovery plan, you can achieve a smoother and more effective rehabilitation journey.

Get in touch for any information related to the treatment at Healyos clinics in Kharadi or Aundh, Pune, or else avail of our services for home physiotherapy. We are here to help you take the smooth road to living without pain.