Many patients view surgery as the solution to their chronic condition or injury to regain their quality of life. But it is often the work put in during post-surgical rehab that can have the biggest impact on your recovery. Every patient and surgery is different, so you should expect that your physical therapy should be tailored to your needs. The Remcon office of Border Therapy Services in El Paso, Texas provides personalized post-surgery rehab treatment plans to meet your rehabilitative needs.
Advantages of post-surgical rehab
After going under the knife, your first inclination may be to take it easy and rest. However, the more quickly you can get up and moving the better. For example, after knee replacement surgery, the doctor may have the patient take their first steps after waking up from anesthesia. The benefits of post-surgical rehab are numerous including:
- Reducing patient recovery times
- Stabilizing and strengthening muscles in the area that was operated on
- Learning modifications to complete daily tasks like bathing or getting into a car
- Reducing symptoms of pain and inflammation
- Increasing range of motion and flexibility
While you want to be medically cleared for physical therapy after surgery, it is important to begin rehabilitation as soon as possible so that you can take advantage of these benefits.
Personalized treatment plans
Border Therapy Services in El Paso, Texas treats patients in a professional, caring and respectful manner. We will work with you to develop a treatment plan based on your needs.
It can be easy to get discouraged if you are not making the progress you feel you should. Staying motivated is one of the hardest aspects of physical therapy and our physical therapists are skilled motivators who can adjust their approach to bring out your best effort. We will also help you set realistic goals and a timeline to achieve them. These timelines can be adjusted based on patient setbacks or breakthroughs.
Scheduling post-surgical rehab with Border Therapy Services
Surgery and physical therapy work hand in hand to help you regain your quality of life from injury or disease. If you are in the El Paso, Texas area and are considering post-surgical rehab, contact our Remcon office today to set up your initial appointment.