Pre- & Post-Surgery Rehabilitation

Surgery can be a critical step toward healing—but recovery doesn’t begin and end in the operating room. At Access Physical Therapy, we guide you through both pre-surgical preparation and post-surgical rehabilitation to ensure the smoothest, strongest return to daily life.

What It Is

Our Pre- & Post-Surgery Rehab services are designed to support patients undergoing orthopedic, neurological, or spinal procedures. We help you prepare your body before surgery to reduce complications and rebuild strength after surgery to accelerate recovery.

This two-phase approach minimizes downtime, optimizes healing, and gives you the tools to recover with confidence.

Pre-Surgery ("Prehab") Focus:

• Strengthening surrounding muscles for faster recovery

• Improving joint mobility and flexibility

• Reducing swelling and inflammation before surgery

• Educating you on what to expect post-op

• Establishing a baseline for post-surgical comparison

Post-Surgery Focus:

• Pain and swelling management

• Restoring range of motion safely and gradually

• Targeted muscle activation and re-education

• Functional retraining for walking, climbing stairs, etc.

• Balance, coordination, and endurance building

• Guidance through every phase of your surgeon’s recovery protocol

Who It’s For

• Patients preparing for or recovering from:

  • Joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder)

  • Rotator cuff or ACL repairs

  • Spinal surgery or discectomy

  • Fracture repairs or tendon reconstructions

• Anyone who wants to optimize surgical outcomes and reduce recovery time

Why It Matters

Research shows that patients who participate in both pre- and post-surgical rehab experience better outcomes, faster healing, and fewer complications. We’re here to help you prepare with intention—and come back stronger than ever.