When it comes to rehabilitation after surgery, Athletic Therapists have extensive knowledge of the stages post-operation, from pain management and swelling in the early stages to gradual return to activity in the final stages of recovery.
Athletic Therapists work closely with each individual to develop personalized recovery plans. They have a vast knowledge of exercises and treatments to help restore range of motion and strengthen muscles with the ultimate goal of helping their patients regain full function and return to their activities.
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How To Avoid After Surgery Complications
Unfortunately it isn’t uncommon for people to experience complications that pop up years after surgery because they didn’t go through a proper rehabilitation program. That’s why it is so important to work with a rehabilitation specialist like an Athletic Therapist to guide you through a safe and effective rehabilitation program.
Athletic Therapists are very familiar with these scenarios and for the patient it can feel very discouraging to still be dealing with complications from a surgery they had years ago.
Regardless of what stage of your post-surgery recovery, Athletic Therapists are able to perform a thorough assessment that takes into consideration not only your activities, but also your history of injuries and surgeries to pick up on root causes of ongoing conditions.
Restoring Strength And Mobility After Surgery
An Athletic Therapist specializes in injury rehabilitation through manual therapy, prescribed exercises and patient education. As soon as the pain and inflammation from surgery have subsided, they will gradually introduce exercises to help regain mobility in the affected area and slowly rebuild strength. The goal isn’t just to get you moving again, but to also help build a stronger and more resilient body for whatever you do.