Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Recovering from surgery is more than just letting time pass — it’s about regaining your strength, mobility, and confidence so you can get back to the activities you love. Whether you’ve had a joint replacement, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, or another orthopedic surgery, physical therapy is one of the most important steps in your recovery process.
Surgery can address the structural issue, but it does not automatically restore function. Muscles, tendons, and joints often become stiff, weak, and sensitive during the healing process, making movement difficult without proper guidance. That’s where a structured rehabilitation plan makes all the difference.
What the Research Says
Early and progressive rehab leads to faster recovery and better long-term outcomes compared to immobilization alone.
Exercise therapy improves strength, mobility, and function after surgery — and reduces the risk of complications or reinjury.
Manual therapy can improve mobility, reduce pain, and help you feel more comfortable moving in the early stages of recovery.
Our Approach to Post-Surgical Rehab
At Timber and Iron Physical Therapy, we tailor your rehabilitation to your surgery, your body, and your goals. That means:
Protecting and healing during the early stages to ensure safe recovery.
Restoring mobility and reducing pain through guided hands-on care and safe movement strategies.
Rebuilding strength and function with progressive, personalized exercise programs.
Preparing for long-term success by returning you to your sport, work, or daily activities stronger than before.
Treatment Options We Provide
Gentle joint mobilization and movement restoration
Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
Soft tissue mobilization
Myofascial decompression (cupping)
Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFR)
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
Progressive strengthening and conditioning programs
Education on safe return to activity, sport, and work
Surgery is just the beginning — what you do after surgery determines how strong and capable you’ll feel moving forward. With the right plan, you can reduce pain, recover faster, and return to your life with confidence. For more details on what recovery can look like, check out our blog on ACL Injury Recovery Timeline.