Home Physio following Upper Limb Surgery
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Home Physiotherapy After Upper Limb Surgery
Recovering from upper limb surgery can be a transformative journey with the right guidance and support. Home physiotherapy plays a vital role in post-operative recovery, helping clients regain mobility, strength, and a pain-free upper limb. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the numerous benefits of physiotherapy and provide information on recovery timelines for common upper limb surgeries, including humerus fracture repair, rotator cuff repair, elbow fracture repair, and shoulder replacement.
The Benefits of Post-Operative Physiotherapy
Home physiotherapy offers a wide range of benefits that contribute to a successful recovery:
Increased joint movement
Physiotherapy focuses on enhancing the range of motion in your upper limb, allowing you to regain flexibility and functionality.
Pain Reduction
Targeted exercises and techniques help alleviate post-surgical pain, providing comfort and facilitating a quicker healing process.
Muscle Strengthening
Physiotherapy aids in rebuilding muscle strength in the upper limb, promoting stability and functionality.
Reduction of swelling
Physiotherapists employ techniques to minimize post-surgery swelling, which can hinder your recovery.
Prevention of joint stiffness
By promoting movement and flexibility, physiotherapy prevents joint stiffness that can occur after surgery.
Improved functionality
Physiotherapy helps you regain the ability to perform daily activities with ease and confidence.
Increased joint movement
Physiotherapy focuses on enhancing the range of motion in your upper limb, allowing you to regain flexibility and functionality.
Pain Reduction
Targeted exercises and techniques help alleviate post-surgical pain, providing comfort and facilitating a quicker healing process.
Muscle Strengthening
Physiotherapy aids in rebuilding muscle strength in the upper limb, promoting stability and functionality.
Reduction of swelling
Physiotherapists employ techniques to minimize post-surgery swelling, which can hinder your recovery.
Prevention of joint stiffness
By promoting movement and flexibility, physiotherapy prevents joint stiffness that can occur after surgery.
Improved functionality
Physiotherapy helps you regain the ability to perform daily activities with ease and confidence.
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What surgeries can Post Op Home Physio help with?
Humerus Fracture Repair
Humerus fracture repair is a surgical procedure to treat a broken upper arm bone. Fractures can occur due to falls, accidents, or trauma.
Rotator Cuff Repair
Rotator cuff repair surgery addresses tears in the tendons of the rotator cuff in the shoulder. These tears can result from overuse, aging, or traumatic injuries.
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow fracture repair surgery is performed to treat broken bones in the elbow, often resulting from accidents, falls, or trauma.
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder replacement surgery involves replacing a damaged shoulder joint with an artificial joint. It’s commonly used to treat severe shoulder arthritis.
Please note that individual recovery may vary, and your physiotherapist will tailor the rehabilitation process to your specific needs and progress. Home physiotherapy plays a crucial role in ensuring that your post-operative recovery is as smooth and effective as possible. With personalised care, you can achieve your rehabilitation goals and enjoy a healthy, pain-free upper limb once again.
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