Pre-Operative Physiotherapy
Pre-operative physiotherapy, often referred to as "prehabilitation," is a short-term, targeted programme designed to physically and mentally prepare you for upcoming surgery. Research shows that patients who undergo pre-op physiotherapy tend to recover faster, experience fewer complications, and regain mobility more efficiently after their operation.
At LPT Healthcare, our qualified physiotherapists perform an initial assessment to evaluate your current fitness and mobility levels. We then develop a personalised exercise and education plan to help strengthen key muscle groups, improve joint flexibility, and enhance your overall physical readiness for surgery. This approach also includes guidance on breathing techniques, posture, pain management, and post-operative expectations.
Whether you're preparing for joint replacement, spinal surgery, or a sports-related procedure, our goal is to ensure you're in the best possible condition going into surgery giving you a head start on recovery and long-term results.
Surgeries Commonly Recommended for Pre-Operative Physiotherapy:
- Total Knee Replacement (TKR)
- Total Hip Replacement (THR)
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
- Spinal Surgery (e.g. discectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion)
- Shoulder Surgery (e.g. rotator cuff repair, labral repair)
- Meniscus Surgery
- Arthroscopic Joint Surgery (knee, hip, or shoulder)
- Fracture Surgery and Internal Fixation
- Foot and Ankle Surgery (e.g. tendon repair, bunionectomy)
- Hand Surgery (e.g. carpal tunnel release, tendon repair)