Pre-Surgical Physical Therapy (Prehabilitation)

Preoperative physical therapy—often referred to as prehabilitation—is a tailored program of exercise and education designed to prepare patients physically and mentally for surgery. At MVPT, our goal is to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to approach your procedure with confidence and improve your recovery outcomes. Research consistently shows that patients who undergo prehab experience fewer complications and faster recoveries.

Preoperative assessments include objective measures such as:

  • Range of motion

  • Strength

  • Balance

  • Gait analysis

  • Functional ability

These benchmarks allow us to create a highly personalized treatment plan for your recovery, ensuring your post-surgical therapy is targeted to your specific needs and goals.

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Following surgery, the body typically responds with inflammation, swelling, and discomfort. At MVPT, our primary focus is the timely treatment of pain and the restoration of function. Early physical therapy intervention—including manual therapy techniques and movement-based strategies—can significantly reduce swelling, ease pain, and accelerate the healing process.

We aim to guide, educate, and support you during this vulnerable phase, helping you regain confidence and control in your recovery.

Restoring Movement, Strength, and Independence

Surgical trauma to soft tissues and nerves often results in limited motion, strength deficits, and reduced functional ability. At MVPT, we follow evidence-based recovery timelines and work closely with your surgical team to ensure alignment with postoperative protocols.

We understand that post-surgical recovery can feel overwhelming. That’s why building a foundation of trust between patient and therapist is essential. We treat every patient as an individual—not just a diagnosis—offering holistic, compassionate care that respects your personal goals and values. Sometimes, achieving small milestones—like walking unassisted or climbing stairs—can bring the greatest sense of accomplishment.

We believe in the principle that “motion is lotion.” Movement—whether passive or active—plays a vital role in reducing fluid buildup, preventing scar tissue, restoring mobility, and improving muscle performance. Hands-on manual therapy helps restore soft tissue mobility and reduce post-surgical adhesions.

Each patient receives a custom home exercise program to address specific limitations and support continued progress between sessions.

Common Postoperative Conditions We Treat

MVPT has successfully guided recovery for patients with a wide range of surgeries, including:

  • Hip replacement (total & partial)

  • Knee replacement (total & partial)

  • Hip arthroscopy

  • Femur fracture (ORIF)

  • Knee arthroscopy & meniscal repair

  • ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL & multi-ligament repairs

  • Shoulder replacement (anatomical & reverse)

  • Clavicle fracture

  • AC & SC joint repair (ORIF)

  • Rotator cuff repair

  • Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spinal fusion

  • Discectomy, decompression, and spinal fixation

  • Ankle and foot surgeries

  • Tibial & fibular fracture repairs (ORIF)

  • Achilles tendon repair

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Start Early for the Best Outcomes

Engaging in both pre- and post-operative physical therapy as early as possible ensures a proactive, focused, and efficient recovery process. The earlier we begin, the more tailored and effective your rehabilitation will be.