Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Post Operative Home Physio Questions
Post-operative home physio questions are common for patients recovering from surgery at home. At Post Op Home Physio, we’ve compiled answers to the most frequently asked questions to help you understand how our home-based physiotherapy works, what to expect during your recovery, and how to achieve the best results safely and effectively. For evidence-based guidance, we refer to the NICE Guidelines on Postoperative Rehabilitation, which provide trusted recommendations for recovery after hip, knee, and shoulder surgeries. By combining expert post-operative home physio care with these resources, you can feel confident about your rehabilitation journey and make informed choices to support mobility, strength, and independence at home.
Yes. All our physiotherapists are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), hold Chartered status through the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), and are fully insured. This ensures safe and professional post-operative home physio care at every session.
All our physiotherapists are fully qualified and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You can use the Check the Register tool on the HCPC website to verify their registration status, see their professional credentials, and confirm they are authorised to practise in the UK. This ensures your post-operative home physio care is safe, professional, and fully compliant with regulatory standards.
Appointments typically last 50–60 minutes, depending on your condition and recovery needs. Each session is tailored to your personal post operative home physio programme.
Your first visit includes a detailed assessment of your mobility, pain levels, and surgical recovery. We create a personalised post operative home physio plan designed to help you regain independence and strength safely.
Wear comfortable, loose clothing that allows you to move freely. This helps our physiotherapists safely guide your post operative home physio exercises, including stretching and strengthening movements.
Common post-surgical issues include stiffness, swelling, reduced range of motion, muscle weakness, and pain. Our post operative home physio sessions address these problems and support full functional recovery.
No referral is necessary. You can book directly with our team for post operative home physio, although we will liaise with your GP or consultant if required for optimal care.
Yes, many of our clients fund sessions via private health insurance. We provide the necessary receipts and documentation for reimbursement for your post operative home physio care.
Home sessions eliminate travel stress, allow personalised one-on-one care, and make it easier to perform exercises in your living environment. Our post operative home physio programmes help you recover safely and efficiently at home.
The number of sessions depends on your surgery, recovery progress, and goals. Your physiotherapist will recommend a tailored schedule for your post operative home physio programme.
Early intervention is key. Many patients begin home-based post operative home physio within a few days of discharge, under the guidance of their surgeon or GP.
Each programme is designed based on your surgery, current mobility, pain levels, and personal recovery goals. Your exercises and manual therapy techniques are adjusted as you progress.
Yes. By focusing on movement, strength, and balance in your own environment, our post operative home physio sessions accelerate recovery and help you return to daily activities more quickly.
If needed, we can communicate updates with your GP or consultant. This ensures coordinated care throughout your post operative home physio journey.
Stop the exercise immediately and inform your physiotherapist. Our team will adjust your post operative home physio programme to ensure safe, effective recovery without compromising healing.
No special equipment is usually required. Where needed, we provide resistance bands, light weights, or other simple tools as part of your tailored post operative home physio plan.
Yes. Your physiotherapist provides a tailored post operative home physio programme with exercises you can safely do at home between visits, ensuring steady progress.
Results vary depending on your surgery and condition, but most patients notice improvements in mobility, strength, and confidence within the first few weeks of a structured post operative home physio programme.
Many patients have post operative home physio questions when recovering from surgery at home, and it’s normal to feel uncertain about what to expect. At Post Op Home Physio, we understand the importance of answering post operative home physio questions clearly and accurately, so you can follow your recovery safely. Our team is here to guide you through common post operative home physio questions, providing practical advice, tailored exercises, and professional support to help you regain mobility, strength, and independence. By addressing all your post operative home physio questions, we ensure you feel confident and informed throughout your rehabilitation journey.