Why You Should Seek Post-Op Rehab in Grand Rapids, MI

The goal of surgery is to help correct an injury or condition that is negatively impacting your quality of life. In many cases, surgery is the last resort for treatment because it takes a big physical toll on your body. However, if nonsurgical treatments aren’t working, surgery may be your only choice. If you’re facing an upcoming surgery, you should be thinking about post-op rehab.

Post-op rehab from a physical therapist can help you recover strength and coordination that may be lost after surgery. At Advent Physical Therapy, our team has more than 19 years of experience in assisting patients in the West Michigan area with treatments like post-op rehab.

If you’re having an operation soon, you should consider talking with one of our team members about your recovery options.

What to expect from post-surgery rehabilitation

Typically, the goal of physical therapy is to strengthen and stretch your muscles and ligaments to help manage pain and support your body while you recover. Depending on your operation, the goal of your post-surgery rehab may include:

• Developing your flexibility and coordination
• Rebuilding your strength
• Breaking down scar tissue
• Assisting in pain management
• Providing guidance for walking safely and performing other tasks on your own, such as going to the bathroom or getting dressed

Getting post-op rehab treatment from Advent Physical Therapy

The physical therapists at Advent Physical Therapy are skilled professionals who are passionate about their work in helping patients improve their quality of life. Your physical therapist will work closely with you to identify your needs and develop a personalized treatment to help you meet your recovery goals.

Your post-op rehab treatment may include the following:

• Exercises and stretches to strengthen the muscles
• Cold and hot treatments to help manage your pain
• Electrical stimulation
• Ultrasound
• Manual therapy
• Patient education and more

Each treatment is individualized, so yours may include other methods not listed above.

Schedule an appointment with Advent Physical Therapy in East Paris, MI

Are you preparing to undergo surgery and would like professional assistance with your recovery? Contact us today to speak with a team member at Advent Physical Therapy about setting up an appointment to discover your post-op rehab options.

Physical therapy is beneficial before your surgery too. Ask your physical therapist about pre-surgical rehabilitative options.

Our East Paris location:

4085 Burton St. SE
Suite 100
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone: 616-233-3599

Advent Physical Therapy serves patients in 12 other locations in the West Michigan area. If you would like to visit another office, please visit our locations page to find one more convenient for you.