TOTAL HIP & KNEE REPLACEMENT
Having a joint replacement and the eventual rehabilitation that follows is not the death sentence of the past and something that one shouldn’t fear. In fact, having a joint replacement is one of those conditions that our therapists at Revolve love to treat as the worst is usually behind them and clients generally get a new lease on life.
Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in the rehabilitation process after hip and knee replacement surgeries. The goal of physiotherapy is to help patients regain strength, flexibility, and function in the affected joint, reduce pain, and improve overall mobility.
Common Causes Of Total Joint Replacement:
As people are living longer, increasing demands on the body, resulting in greater wear and tear within joints over time. As a result, we recommend a total joint replacement surgery for those who:
Have severe joint damage that may occur from such things as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis that results in pain and a severe change ones activities of daily living.
Experienced a severe trauma to the joint where some injuries can only be addressed through surgical intervention.
How Can Physiotherapy Help?
Physiotherapy post operatively will be extremely vital in the rehabilitative process following your total joint replacement. Our highly trained therapist will provide a treatment plan for you that will assist in restoring your range of motion, flexibility, strength, endurance, and overall mobility.
What Should I Expect?
Your initial appointment will consist of a physical evaluation to determine what course of treatment will be best for your needs. Our physiotherapist in conjunction with your surgeons protocol, will create a specialized treatment plan based on your evaluation, aimed at bringing you back to your optimum physical health.
Your treatment may include:
Manual therapy
Modalities for pain and swelling control
Stretching and strengthening exercises
Gait retraining
Functional activity training
Balance and agility training
Knee are the most commonly replaced joint in the body. The decision to have knee replacement surgery is one that you should make in consultation with your orthopedic surgeon. Physiotherapist are movement experts who improve quality of life through hands-on care, patient education, and prescribed movement.
In summary, a comprehensive physiotherapy program is essential for the successful recovery of patients undergoing hip and knee replacement surgeries. The focus should be on a gradual progression of exercises, individualized care, and patient education to optimize function and quality of life.
Hip and knee replacement Physiotherapy in Milton. Click the button below to book an appointment or give us a call – 905 864.8181
