Prehab is a program designed to help patients prepare for surgery by improving their physical condition. Entering the surgical process in a healthier state may require less work to recover afterward. Nowadays, more and more surgeons are incorporating Prehab into their pre-surgery protocol. While most people associate physical therapy or rehab with managing an existing injury or regaining function after surgery, Prehab focuses on preparing for surgery by engaging in exercise therapy beforehand.
Prehab offers the opportunity to recover faster after surgery. Our physical therapist will evaluate your current level of function and identify potential factors that could impede your recovery. Once the weak areas have been identified, the physical therapist can design a program to target those areas, allowing you to build strength before surgery. This gives you an advantage when it comes time for rehab after your surgery, as many of the exercises used in Prehab are the same, enabling you to seamlessly transition into familiar therapy rather than starting from scratch.
Prehab involves exercise therapy before surgery, so you must schedule your procedure accordingly. Keeping up with the exercises and stretches at home during the healing process is essential, potentially modifying how you perform everyday activities. If you are already familiar with physical therapy from Prehab, returning to an established routine after your procedure can make the road to recovery feel much smoother. Pro Motion Rehab is committed to an active approach to injury recovery by providing Prehab services.
