What is Pre/Post Surgical Physiotherapy?
Pre-operative Physiotherapy is as exercise based program that works on improving the muscle strength and respiratory function before any surgery to aid with faster recovery.

Post-operative Physiotherapy is a rehab program that aims to help the patient attain maximum recovery after surgery by designing an individualised program to increase muscle strength and improve the ranges.

What is the importance of Physiotherapy before surgery?
Working with the physiotherapist before surgery not only makes the body stronger , it will also prepare the mind for what to expect after surgery. It is designed to decrease some of the mental, physical and emotional stress caused by surgery. For patients that require general anaesthesia for surgery, pre-operative physiotherapy prepares the respiratory system from the effects that may arise due to general anaesthesia. Pre-operative physiotherapy saves patients money by reducing their need for post-operative care.

What is the importance of physiotherapy after surgery?
Benefits of Physiotherapy after surgery include enhanced flexibility, mobility, balance and strength and thus aids in faster recovery. It helps the healing process by increasing circulation. It also reduces secondary complication of surgery like contractures, scar tissue formation, infection and blood clots. Physiotherapy is shown to reduce swelling and pain and reduces or limits the need for opioid medication.

Our therapist at HOPE, aim to improve surgery outcomes by strengthening body and mind and reduce your post-operative recovery time thereby enabling you to resume your daily activities to the best of your ability.