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Post Surgery Rehabilitation

Post surgery rehabilitation guide, from surgery to strength.

Expert Rehabilitation for a Faster, Stronger Recovery

This is where expert care makes all the difference. At PhysioFIT, we see post surgery rehabilitation not as an afterthought, but as an essential part of your healing process. Our physical therapists in Bend create a personalized plan based on your specific procedure that safely accelerates your recovery, restores your strength, and helps you achieve the best possible outcome.

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The Benefits of a Guided Recovery

Physical therapy is an integral part of a successful post-surgery recovery, proven to deliver better, faster results. Partnering with a PhysioFIT therapist empowers you to:

Restore Mobility & Flexibility

Early, guided movement is key. We help you safely restore your full range of motion and improve flexibility without compromising your surgical repair.

Reduce Risk of Complications

By promoting circulation and proper movement, physical therapy significantly lowers your risk of post-operative complications like blood clots or infection.

Minimize Scar Tissue

Our therapists use specialized tissue mobilization techniques to ensure that scar tissue heals properly, preventing long-term stiffness and restrictions.

Empower You with Knowledge

Rehabilitation isn’t just about what happens in our clinic. We empower you with the knowledge for self-care, teaching you how to move safely and manage your recovery at home so you can confidently resume your daily activities.


Regain Strength Safely

We design a progressive strengthening program that protects your surgical repair while safely rebuilding the muscle and stability you need to return to your activities with confidence.

Manage Pain & Swelling

We use targeted exercises and manual techniques to mitigate post-operative swelling and prevent acute surgical pain from becoming a chronic issue.

What to Expect on Your Recovery Journey

Your recovery path is unique, tailored to your specific surgery and goals. While every timeline varies, the process generally follows three key phases:


The Early Stage

Your therapy will begin soon after surgery, focusing on gentle movement, managing pain and swelling, and protecting your surgical repair. The goal is to safely restore your initial range of motion.

Duration: 1-4 weeks


Building Strength

As you heal, your exercises will progressively become more challenging. The focus will shift to rebuilding the strength of the supporting muscles and improving your stability and balance.

Duration: 4-12 weeks


Returning to Activity

In the final phase, your therapist will work with you on functional, real-world movements that are specific to your goals, whether that’s returning to a sport or simply getting back to your daily life with confidence.

Duration: 12+ weeks

Surgeries and Conditions We Rehabilitate

  • Joint Replacements (Knee, Hip, Shoulder).
  • Back & Spine Surgery.
  • ACL & Meniscus Repair.
  • Rotator Cuff Repair.
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation.
  • Post-Mastectomy Recovery.

Please Note: The information provided on our website is intended for general education and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Each individual’s situation and body is different. Therefore, what may work for one person may not work for another. We care about your well-being and advise you to reach out to us to discuss your specific needs before implementing any advice from our website.