Pre-Surgical Physical Therapy
Prepare for surgery with more strength, confidence, and a plan for recovery.
Have an upcoming surgery?
Comprehensive Physical Therapy in Metairie and Mandeville, LA can help you prepare mentally and physically for a successful operation and recovery. It is normal to have concerns before surgery, but you do not have to face the process without a plan.
Your fitness and health before surgery play an important role in how quickly you recover afterward. Our pre-surgical physical therapy program, often called pre-hab, is designed to help you enter your procedure with improved strength, flexibility, range of motion, and movement patterns.
According to the National Institutes of Health, participating in pre-surgical physical therapy can improve postoperative results and shorten recovery time. The stronger and healthier you are going into surgery, the faster you may be able to return to regular function.
The benefits of pre-hab
When you begin a pre-surgical physical therapy program, our therapists design a training routine to support you throughout recovery. Here are several reasons to consider physical therapy before surgery.
Address current aches and pains
Our physical therapists can help with your current discomfort and may lower the chance of severe pain in the future. Care may include exercise, massage, or cold and heat treatments to help alleviate or eliminate pain.
Improve surgical outcomes
The stronger you are before surgery, the stronger you can be afterward. Pre-operative rehabilitation can improve surgical outcomes while supporting your overall health.
Reduce risk of complications
Physical therapy improves strength and endurance. Building your overall health before a procedure may help lower the risk of infection and complications following surgery.
Support a smoother recovery
Strong muscles before surgery can help you return to your normal routine faster. A pre-surgery rehabilitation program can make recovery feel smoother and more manageable.
Explore your treatment options
In some cases, pre-hab can be so effective at relieving pain and improving overall health that surgery may be avoidable. If your health improves significantly, discuss your options with your doctor.
A personalized plan before and after surgery
At Comprehensive Physical Therapy, your therapist will create a customized training routine based on your current abilities, discomfort, and planned procedure. Pre-operative exercises are intended to improve range of motion and movement patterns before surgery, while giving you a clear foundation for recovery afterward.
For the best results, get started as soon as possible. We are dedicated to providing the care and guidance you need to prepare with confidence.
Prepare yourself for surgery with Comprehensive Physical Therapy
Your next steps are simple: request an appointment, receive a custom treatment plan, work hard and progress in your recovery, and get back to enjoying life with less pain and restriction.
Choose care in Metairie or Mandeville, LA and begin preparing for a faster recovery today.