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What is Pre- and Post-Operative Rehab?
Pre-operative (“prehab”) rehab helps prepare your body for surgery by building strength, improving mobility, and optimising recovery capacity.
Post-operative rehab focuses on safely restoring movement, strength, and function while protecting the healing tissue.
Together, they are essential for:
- Faster recovery
- Reduced risk of complications
- Better long-term surgical outcomes
- Improved confidence and quality of life
Benefits of Pre/Post-Op Rehab with Us
- Speed up recovery and return to function
- Reduce pain, swelling, and muscle atrophy
- Improve surgical outcomes
- Prevent compensatory movements and secondary injuries
- Build confidence and movement independence
- Personalised to your condition, goals, and surgical timeline
What’s Included in Our Pre- & Post-Op Rehab Approach?
Pre-Surgical Conditioning (Prehab)
We help you go into surgery stronger and more mobile, which leads to smoother recovery and better function afterward. Prehab can help to optimise strength, joint mobility, and overall conditioning before surgery.
- Hip or knee strength before joint replacement
- Shoulder mobility before rotator cuff repair
- Core training before spinal surgery
- Education on crutch or brace use, breathing techniques, and expectations
Early Stage Post-Op Care
Following surgery, we work with your surgeon’s protocols to ensure safe, progressive rehabilitation. Our goal is to promote protect healing tissue, reduce pain and swelling, and begin gentle movement.
- Joint mobilisation (as appropriate)
- Swelling and pain management
- Gait retraining and movement re-education
- Bracing and assistive device support (e.g., crutches, slings)
Late stage Post-Op care
As healing progresses, we focus on rebuilding joint range, muscle strength, control, and endurance. We work to help you regain full function and prepare for return to work, sport, or daily life.
- Tailored strength and mobility programs
- Balance and proprioceptive training
- Return-to-work or return-to-sport planning
- Home exercise program guidance
Ongoing Support, Education & Lifestyle Advice
Recovery is not just physical. Our team supports you with personalised education and lifestyle coaching to help you move confidently. We want to empower you with tools and knowledge to stay healthy beyond rehab.
Advice may include:
- Posture, sleep, and movement guidance
- Pacing strategies and load management
- Ergonomics and daily activity planning
Return-to-activity timelines and goal setting
Who Can Benefit from Pre- and Post-Op Care?
- Knee or hip replacement (arthroplasty)
- ACL reconstruction or meniscus repair
- Shoulder surgery (rotator cuff, stabilisation)
- Spinal surgery (discectomy, fusion, decompression)
- Ankle, foot, or wrist procedures
- General orthopaedic surgeries
Why Choose Mandurah Spine and Sport?
Our experienced team of physiotherapists and chiropractors work closely with your surgeon’s recommendations to ensure a safe, collaborative approach to care. We combine evidence-based rehab, hands-on treatment, and progressive exercise programs—including Clinical Pilates, shockwave, soft tissue therapy, and more—to support your full recovery.
We care for the whole family, and tailor every program to your age, activity level, and individual goals.
Supporting Mandurah Before & After Surgery
If you’re looking for trusted pre/post-operative rehabilitation care, our team is here to guide you at every stage of your recovery.
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FAQs About Pre- & Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Are chiropractic adjustments good for your back?
Yes, chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate back pain and improve spinal function by using spinal manipulation to address misalignments and promoting proper joint movement.
What is a back adjustment?
A back adjustment is a chiropractic treatment where a chiropractor applies controlled pressure to specific spinal joints to correct misalignments, relieve pain, and improve mobility.
How long should a back adjustment last?
The effects of a back adjustment can vary depending on the individual and the severity of their condition. Some patients may experience immediate relief, while others may require multiple treatments to achieve lasting results.
What does a chiropractor do to the spine?
Your spine chiropractor in Mandurah will perform adjustments to the spinal cord, applying controlled pressure to specific spinal joints to correct misalignments, relieve pressure on nerves, and improve overall function.
How long does it take for a back adjustment chiropractor to fix your spine?
The length of time needed for a chiropractor to fix your spine depends on the individual and the severity of their condition. Some patients may experience significant improvement after just a few treatments, while others may require ongoing care to achieve optimal results.
Should I see a spine chiropractor for spine pain?
If you’re experiencing spine pain, it’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the best course of action. Chiropractic care can be an effective, non-invasive treatment option for many spine-related issues, and our skilled chiropractors at Mandurah Spine & Sport can help assess your situation and develop a personalised treatment plan.