Goals of Pre/Post Surgery Physiotherapy

• Pre-surgery: Maintain joint mobility and muscle strength

• Post-surgery: Reduce pain and swelling

• Prevent muscle atrophy and enhance functional recovery

• Restore daily activities and independence

Physiotherapy Treatments

1. Pre-Surgery Rehabilitation

• Joint mobility and flexibility exercises

• Muscle strengthening, especially around the surgical site

• Functional training and patient education for post-surgery care

2. Post-Surgery Rehabilitation

• Pain relief techniques: Ice, TENS, gentle massage

• Early mobilization and passive/active-assisted range of motion exercises

• Gradual muscle strengthening

• Gait training, balance, and functional activity training

• Scar tissue management and joint mobilization if required

3. Home Exercise Program

• Daily exercises to maintain joint mobility and prevent stiffness

• Strengthening and functional exercises as guided by the physiotherapist

• Posture correction and ergonomics education

4. Functional and Occupational Training

• Training for daily activities and work-related tasks

• Training in adaptive techniques and use of assistive devices

Frequency and Duration

• Pre-surgery: 1–3 sessions per week depending on the condition

• Post-surgery: 2–5 sessions per week initially, gradually reducing as functional recovery improves

• Daily adherence to the home exercise program is essential for recovery

• Full functional recovery may take 4–12 weeks depending on the type of surgery