Post-operative Rehabilitation Edmonton
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Post-operative Rehabilitation in Edmonton
Healing Through Movement: Your Path to Recovery Starts Here
Supporting Your Recovery with Personalized Care in Edmonton
Supporting Your Recovery with Care and Expertise
At Rutherford Physical Therapy in Edmonton, we understand that healing involves more than just the surgical procedure. That’s why we offer customized postoperative rehabilitation plans tailored to help you rebuild strength, restore movement, and regain confidence. Our patient-centric approach ensures you receive the care and support you need in a safe and nurturing environment.
From early recovery back to your day-to-day life, we are here to provide you with every step through your process and help you achieve a smoother transition to fuller functionality and improved well-being.
A Holistic Approach to Recovery
Our experienced team works with you to develop a rehabilitation plan uniquely suited to your recovery journey. Careful assessment of your physical condition and understanding of your personal goals ensure that every step of the process is aligned with your needs. Our constant and cautious supervision enables you to make steady progress from the critical early stages of healing to regaining mobility and functionality in everyday activities. We work hand-in-hand with you to optimize each stage of your recovery and build a strong foundation for long-term well-being, all focusing on dedicated individual care.
Comprehensive Care for Various Surgical Procedures
We support patients after numerous surgical procedures, including but not limited to the following:
- Orthopedic surgery: all joint replacement procedures, ligament repairs, fracture fixations
- Spinal procedures: discectomy, fusions, and laminectomy.
- Abdominal procedure: herniorrhaphy, c-sections, etc
- Cardiothoracic procedure: bypass surgery and pneumonectomies, etc.
Our multidisciplinary team of experts will closely work with your surgical team in order to see that each of your rehabilitation areas is perfectly well coordinated.
What to Expect from Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Postoperative physical therapy at Rutherford stands for structured, set recovery. This is to help regain function, reduce discomfort, and achieve an optimal recovery situation. The following is a summary of the process:
1. Initial Assessment and Goal Setting
- Comprehensive evaluation of your current physical condition.
- Collaborative goal setting to align with your lifestyle and functional requirements.
In the initial evaluation, our physiotherapists assess your mobility, strength, and overall physical health. This enables them to formulate a customized rehabilitation plan. We work together with you to set achievable goals based on your daily routines, hobbies, or professional needs to ensure that your recovery path blends harmoniously with your life.
2. Pain Management and Swelling Reduction
- Techniques include manual therapy, ultrasound, TENS, and custom exercise programs.
We address post-surgical pain and swelling to improve comfort and recovery. Modalities such as therapeutic ultrasound and TENS support using manual techniques and exercises to minimize discomfort.
3. Gradual Restoration of Mobility
- Gentle exercises and stretches to restore flexibility.
- Range of motion improvements with a focus on safety.
Controlled movements and stretches encourage joint and muscle flexibility. The gradual progression avoids the compromising of surgical sites.
4. Strength and Stability Training
- Targeted exercises to rebuild muscle strength and stability.
- Core strengthening to improve balance.
We also design personal strengthening programs for weakened muscles and joints. Emphasizing core stability will ensure good balance and prevent injuries.
5. Functional Training
- Guidance on resuming everyday activities.
- Sports-specific training for athletic individuals.
We also offer specialized, customized functional training to rebuild trust in performing any given activity, from ascending stairs to returning to sports activities.
6. Education and Prevention
- Strategies to reduce re-injury risks.
- Proper movement and posture education for long-term health.
Our physical therapists instruct the patient on the proper mechanics for movement and proper posture to allow them to remain injury-free moving forward.
Patient-Centric Care for Every Stage of Recovery
Each rehabilitation journey is different, and each person’s circumstances are unique, so the approach must change according to your needs and progress. Our skilled physiotherapists will help you through the process, regardless of how quickly you recover from surgery or how long you have struggled. We monitor the healing process and adjust treatment strategies to ensure your rehabilitation plan remains effective and consistent with your personal goals.
Through our care, we improve your mobility, strength, and general quality of life by understanding your unique needs.
Why Post-Operative Rehabilitation is Important
Accelerate Healing
Restore Flexibility
Rebuild Muscle Strength
Restore Mental Well-being
Why Choose Rutherford Physical Therapy?
At Rutherford Physiotherapy, we are committed to helping you achieve good health and mobility in an encouraging and supportive environment. From injury recovery to chronic pain management, our team will guide you through each step in your journey. Our physiotherapists bring together clinical experience and empathetic care to provide:
Patient-centric Care
We listen, educate, and include you in every recovery process step.
Experienced Team
We have a competent team of physiotherapists, massage therapists and a kinesiologist who provide individual care.
Evidence-Based Techniques
Our method uses current science and practices for concussive injuries.
State-of-the-Art Facility
Our clinic has various equipment and resources that can support your recovery.
Convenient Location
Easily accessible with flexible scheduling to fit your busy lifestyle.
Your Partner in Recovery
The physiotherapists at Rutherford Physical Therapy give you consistent care and support from the start all the way until the end to empower you. Our team has dedicated themselves to working with every aspect of rehabilitation, whether managing your pain, getting you mobile, rebuilding your strength, or trying to prevent another injury. A focus on helping you meet and achieve your particular goals and needs is provided with an encouraging atmosphere through which you progress at a good pace. We strive to ensure your well-being is our priority in overcoming immediate post-surgical challenges or working toward long-term wellness, ensuring that you receive the attention and care needed to achieve a full and active recovery.