Post-Op Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation after your surgery

Individualised rehabilitation programmes β€” from hip replacement to ACL reconstruction. Our experienced team guides you safely back to full mobility.

Hip Replacement

After a total hip replacement, structured rehabilitation is key to a fast and co…

After a total hip replacement, structured rehabilitation is key to a fast and complete recovery. Our team guides you from the immediate post-operative phase through to full return to activities.

Treatment phases

1

Phase 1 β€” Weeks 1–3

  • Pain reduction & oedema management
  • Passive & active-assisted mobilisation
  • Gait training with walking aids
  • Lymphatic drainage if needed
2

Phase 2 β€” Weeks 4–6

  • Muscle strengthening (hip abductors, gluteus)
  • Coordination & balance
  • Walking without aids
  • Stair climbing
3

Phase 3 β€” Weeks 7–12

  • Return to daily activities
  • Sport-specific training
  • Fall prevention training
  • Final assessment

Knee Replacement

Knee replacement rehabilitation requires consistent strengthening and mobilisati…

Knee replacement rehabilitation requires consistent strengthening and mobilisation. Our specific programme maximises your range of motion and minimises pain for a swift return to daily life.

Treatment phases

1

Phase 1 β€” Weeks 1–4

  • Cryotherapy & oedema reduction
  • Passive knee flexion/extension
  • Isometric quadriceps exercises
  • Gait training
2

Phase 2 β€” Weeks 5–8

  • Assisted squats
  • Cycling ergometer (low resistance)
  • Proprioceptive exercises
  • Swimming allowed
3

Phase 3 β€” Weeks 9–14

  • Two-legged stair climbing
  • Light jogging (with medical clearance)
  • Functional sport exercises
  • Full daily capacity

ACL Reconstruction

ACL rehabilitation is one of the most demanding in sports physiotherapy. Our pro…

ACL rehabilitation is one of the most demanding in sports physiotherapy. Our programme follows an evidence-based progressive approach (return-to-sport criteria) for a safe return to play.

Treatment phases

1

Phase 1 β€” Weeks 1–3

  • Pain & swelling management
  • Restore full knee extension
  • Quadriceps activation (EMS optional)
  • Walking without aids
2

Phase 2 β€” Weeks 4–9

  • Strengthening: squat, leg press, step-up
  • Neuromuscular training & proprioception
  • Running (straight line from week 12)
  • Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training
3

Phase 3 β€” Week 10+

  • Direction changes & jumps
  • Sport-specific exercises
  • Return-to-sport tests (single-leg hop, KTS)
  • Psychological return-to-sport preparation

Shoulder Surgery

After shoulder surgery (rotator cuff, Bankart, shoulder replacement), phase-appr…

After shoulder surgery (rotator cuff, Bankart, shoulder replacement), phase-appropriate rehabilitation is essential. Our therapists are experienced in post-operative shoulder rehab and work closely with your surgeon.

Treatment phases

1

Phase 1 β€” Weeks 1–4

  • Respect immobilisation protocol
  • Pendulum exercises (passive)
  • Finger flexion/extension
  • Isometric exercises
2

Phase 2 β€” Weeks 5–8

  • Active-assisted elevation
  • Manual techniques (capsular mobilisation)
  • Rotator cuff strengthening
  • Restore daily activities
3

Phase 3 β€” Weeks 9–16

  • Target full range of motion
  • Maximum strengthening
  • Proprioceptive exercises
  • Sport (with surgeon's clearance)

These programmes are presented as examples and represent, among others, a selection of the many rehabilitation treatments we carry out at the practice. For every situation, every surgery and every patient, we design a tailored programme.

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