Pre-surgery Physio

What is pre-surgery physio?
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Pre-surgery physiotherapy – often called prehabilitation or prehab – is rehabilitation completed before an operation.

The aim is to improve strength, mobility and overall fitness before surgery so that recovery afterwards is smoother and faster.

It is commonly recommended before:

• Hip replacement

• Knee replacement

• Spinal surgery

• Shoulder surgery

Preparing your body in advance can significantly improve post-operative outcomes.

Why is pre-surgery physiotherapy important?
 

Going into surgery stronger can help you:

• Recover more quickly

• Regain mobility sooner

• Reduce post-operative complications

• Improve confidence after surgery

• Shorten overall rehabilitation time

Stronger muscles and better movement patterns support healing.

What does pre-surgery physio involve?
 

Prehab may include:

• Targeted strengthening exercises

• Mobility and flexibility work

• Balance training

• Walking practice

• Education about what to expect after surgery

• Practising stairs and transfers

You will also learn exercises to continue immediately after your procedure.​

What treatment will Village Physio do?
 

At Village Physio, we provide personalised home-based pre-surgery rehabilitation.

Treatment may include:

• Strengthening key muscle groups

• Improving joint range of movement

• Gait training

• Functional practice – sit-to-stand, stairs

• Education about safe movement after surgery

• A tailored exercise programme to continue independently

All sessions are one-hour home visits, allowing time for assessment and preparation in your own environment.

What can I do whilst I wait for an appointment?
 

• Keep as active as comfortably possible

• Focus on strengthening exercises given by your consultant if available

• Practise walking daily

• Maintain good nutrition

• Prepare your home for safe movement after surgery