Post-surgery recovery is a journey that involves more than just time and rest. There also needs to be a multifaceted and individualized approach to each person’s rehabilitation. Physical therapy is an answer to this as it has been shown to play a critical role in the recovery process.
Here at EA Therapeutic Health, we are committed to helping post-surgery clients on the path to recovery. Let’s take a look at how we do that.
Post-Surgery Discomforts
There are many different types of surgeries that people undergo and post-surgery discomfort is common after any of them. These discomforts can include various sensations such as the following:
- Pain – This can occur at the site of the surgery and/or other areas.
- Stiffness – This can be due to a variety of factors such as inflammation and the anesthesia.
- Muscle Weakness – This can happen due to the surgery itself and/or inactivity afterwards.
- GI Issues – This is typically caused by the anesthesia given during the surgery.
- Depression and/or Anxiety – Some post-surgery patients suffer with these two issues which can then increase the risk of complications.
- Fatigue – This can be due to the stress that the surgery puts on the body.
- Balance issues and Dizziness – These can occur for a variety of reasons which includes a reaction to the anesthesia.
The post-surgery discomforts can range in severity. The length of time they last for also varies from person to person.
Physical Therapy as a Treatment
Physical therapy is important for regaining one’s health after surgery. When tailored to the individual, it can greatly increase their quality of life.
Here are the ways that physical therapy can help in the recovery process:
- Pain Management – Getting the body moving in various ways, can help with the pain some feel after surgery. It does this by reducing inflammation and swelling.
- Strength and Flexibility – The exercises physical therapists have patients do can help restore muscle strength lost from inactivity after surgery. It can also help them move their bodies better and regain flexibility for daily living.
- Surgical Site Healing – The reduction of inflammation that physical therapy can provide helps with the healing of the surgery site.
- Prevent Complications – Moving around instead of staying still helps prevent common complications such as clotting.
- Help with Balancing – Physical therapists treat balance issues through a variety of techniques that can help them with their stability.
The EA Way
At EA Therapeutic Health, we provide comprehensive care to post-surgery clients through specialized physical therapy. Our approach begins with a thorough assessment of each client’s condition and surgical history. This allows us to create personalized treatment plans for their specific needs.
Our physical therapy sessions incorporate a variety of techniques aimed at promoting healing and minimizing the risk of complications. From gentle exercises to advanced therapeutic interventions, we strive to help clients enhance their physical well-being. Each session is conducted in a supportive environment with state-of-the-art equipment. Clients receive individualized attention and guidance to progress towards their goals.
We also emphasize the importance of education and empowerment throughout the recovery process. This means that we provide instructions on exercises that clients can continue independently. Our commitment extends beyond the clinic’s walls, as we work closely with clients to ensure continuity of care. The goal is to support their journey to obtain better functioning and resume their daily activities with confidence.
Through our holistic approach, we can facilitate physical recovery but also improve the overall quality of life for our post-surgery clients. This is due to there being a mind-body connection. So when a client feels good physically, they will feel good mentally as well.
Doing things the EA way is what sets us apart from other physical therapy providers when it comes to post-surgery care. This is something you can see in our testimonials (i.e. Dallas’s story) as well as a simple look around the clinic when therapy is in session.
By combining expertise with compassion, we strive to be a trusted partner on each client’s health journey after surgery. Our aim is to promote optimal health and well-being every step of the way. Contact us today if you or your loved one is in need of post-surgery care.