Pre- and Post-Surgery Physical Therapy: The Key to Longevity<\/title><\/p>\n<style>\n body {\n font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n font-size: 18px;\n line-height: 1.8;\n color: #333;\n margin: 20px;\n }\n h1 {\n font-size: 36px;\n margin-top: 40px;\n margin-bottom: 25px;\n }\n h2 {\n font-size: 28px;\n margin-top: 40px;\n margin-bottom: 25px;\n }\n h3 {\n font-size: 24px;\n margin-top: 35px;\n margin-bottom: 20px;\n }\n p {\n margin-bottom: 20px;\n }\n strong {\n font-weight:bold;\n }\n <\/style>\n<\/head> \n<body><\/p>\n<article>\n<h1>Pre- and Post-Surgery Physical Therapy: The Key to Longevity<\/h1>\nWe all want to stay active for as long as possible. Whether it\u2019s traveling, playing your favorite sport, or tending to your garden, maintaining mobility is key to enjoying life. So, when surgery becomes a possibility, it\u2019s natural to wonder: what comes next?<\/p>\nPlanning for surgery isn\u2019t just about the procedure itself\u2014it\u2019s about preparing for life afterward. How long will you be immobile? Will daily activities like climbing stairs or using the restroom be difficult? Will you need crutches or a walker? Being prepared with a professional pre- and post-surgery physical therapy<\/strong> team can make the difference in getting back on your feet quickly and safely.<\/p>\n<h2>Benefits of Pre-Surgery Physical Therapy<\/h2>\nPreoperative pre- and post-operative therapy<\/strong> can dramatically shorten post-surgery recovery. A skilled physical therapist will create a personalized care plan, combining manual therapy with exercises to improve overall fitness. The goals include:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:inside; margin-bottom:15px; padding-left:15px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Strengthening muscles<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Increasing flexibility and endurance<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Regaining mobility and independence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIf mobility aids such as walkers or crutches are required after surgery, therapists ensure patients use them safely. Improperly fitted devices can lead to shoulder, arm, or neck pain. For instance, one of our patients underwent an unplanned knee surgery and was never taught how to use a cane properly. By the time he arrived at our clinic, he was experiencing severe shoulder and neck pain due to incorrect cane use and unsafe stair navigation. Proper preoperative guidance can prevent these complications.<\/p>\n<h2>Post-Surgery Rehabilitation<\/h2>\nCertain surgeries almost always require pre- and post-surgery physical therapy<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:inside; margin-bottom:15px; padding-left:15px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Back, neck, shoulder, elbow, knee, ankle, and foot injuries<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Hip, knee, shoulder, and ankle replacements<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Shoulder and knee arthroscopy<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Abdominal, thoracic, and pelvic floor procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nA tailored pre- and post-surgery physical therapy<\/strong> program helps prevent complications, improves circulation, oxygenates tissues, reduces pain and swelling, and prevents muscle atrophy. Abdominal and thoracic surgeries, in particular, often leave scars and adhesions. Without proper therapy, these can affect digestive or respiratory function. Targeted manual therapy from a trained professional is essential for full recovery.<\/p>\n<h3>Real-Life Success: Mary\u2019s Story<\/h3>\nMary, one of our patients, had both knees and her right shoulder replaced. In her seventies, she wanted to continue traveling but her painful knees made it impossible.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:inside; margin-bottom:15px; padding-left:15px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Preoperative preparation:<\/strong> Mary exercised three times a week under a therapist\u2019s guidance and at home using a personalized plan.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Postoperative rehab:<\/strong> She attended therapy sessions at our clinic and later joined our wellness program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThanks to her pre- and post-surgery physical therapy<\/strong>, Mary\u2019s recovery was smooth each time. At nearly 78, she continues to travel and stay active\u2014proof that age doesn\u2019t have to limit mobility.<\/p>\n<h2>Stay Active, Live Longer<\/h2>\nA study by the National Institutes of Health found that seniors who skip a surgery rehab program<\/strong> face higher risks of post-surgical complications. Lack of activity leads to weak muscles and reduced heart and lung capacity.<\/p>\nA structured surgery rehab program<\/strong> can:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:inside; margin-bottom:15px; padding-left:15px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Maintain independence<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Support safe pain management without strong medications<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Improve mood and mental health through natural endorphin release<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Reduce recovery time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTherapy isn\u2019t just about healing\u2014it\u2019s about empowering patients to live active, fulfilling lives after surgery.<\/p>\nRead more about <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/what-we-treat\/pre-and-post-surgical-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">post-surgery issues<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/what-we-treat\/adhesions-and-scar-tissue-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">physical therapy for adhesions and scar tissue<\/a>, and how we can help with <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/how-we-treat\/physical-therapy\/counterstrain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fascial Counterstrain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/body> \n<\/html> \n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We all want to be as active as possible for as long as possible. As we retire, we dream of traveling, enjoying our favorite sport, or gardening. So when the prospect of surgery arises, we naturally worry about what comes next.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":68275,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"If you suffer from elbow pain longer than seven days, you might have a condition called \u201cgolfer\u2019s elbow\u201d or \u201ctennis elbow\u201d. <\/b>Despite its\u2019 names, athletes aren't the only people who develop tennis or golfer\u2019s elbow. <\/b>It is very common among construction site workers. Many office workers also complain of elbow pain. The risk increases with age - we are more prone to experience elbow pain and limited mobility after the age of fifty.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>Although we do not even notice it, our forearms, wrists, and hands perform thousands of maneuvers every day. If we repeat exactly the same movements for at least two hours a day for months or years, we can develop a condition called tennis elbow or golfer's elbow. And although the name suggests a disease related to the elbow itself, it affects the muscles and tendons surrounding it. Sometimes the pain is caused by irritation of the radial nerve that leads from the neck to the hand. The problem is caused by recurring micro-injuries we suffer on a daily basis. They are unnoticeable but overlapping for years, eventually, lead to abnormal tissue healing. It results in chronic inflammation and degenerative disease of the muscle attachment, manifested by pain in the area of elbows, as well as wrists and hands.<\/span><\/p>How to distinguish a tennis elbow from a golfer's elbow?<\/b><\/p>Tennis elbow is an overuse and muscle strain injury<\/span>. It can be a consequence <\/span>of the repeated contraction of the forearm muscles that we use to straighten and raise our hands and wrists. The recurrent motions and stress to the tissue may result in a series of tiny tears in the tendons <\/span>attaching the forearm muscles to the bony prominence at the outside of an elbow <\/span>and results in pain in that area as well as a wrist or a hand. As the name suggests, playing tennis - especially repeated use of the backhand stroke with poor technique - is one of the possible causes of the condition. People who play badminton, squash, ping pong, or practice rowing for several hours a day may also experience elbow pain. Many other common arm motions, not related to sports, can also cause the condition - using plumbing tools, painting, driving screws, cutting up meat. Office workers suffer from that condition as a result of repetitive computer mouse use which leads to the compression of the radial nerve.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Golfer's elbow is a condition similar to a tennis elbow but mainly affects the wrist flexors located at the inner part of the elbow. It can be caused by strong, repeated for long time movements related to work in such professions as construction, plumbing, and carpentry. Sport can also play a role in causing this condition. Lifting weights using the wrong technique, incorrect baseball or softball throwing technique, archery, and javelin throwing can all lead to muscle and tendon problems with that part of the body. People with golfer's elbow pain experience discomfort and pain during internal rotation of the forearm and bending of the wrist and fingers. It is very common for pain to appear when squeezing hands in greeting.<\/span><\/p>Treatment<\/b><\/p>Treatment begins with avoiding activity that causes pain. it is recommended to take a break from practicing sports and to facilitate the arm at work. Applying cold compresses, taking anti-inflammatory drugs, and using a brace can also relieve the pain. However, if the symptoms persist longer than a week, we should consider seeing a physical therapist who specializes in elbow problems. Kris Krasowski, a physical therapist from PDR Physical Therapy and a specialist in manual therapy with over thirty years of work experience, says: \u201cThe first step of properly conducted rehabilitation is the correct diagnosis. We do not need imaging such as X-rays or ultrasound to diagnose a patient. Our hour-long initial evaluation let us interview and examine a patient, determine the origin of the disorder and implement an appropriate solution. In our years of experience, the Counterstrain manual therapy technique and the Graston technique, in combination with modalities and exercises, are the most effective in treating these conditions. Ultrasound, therapeutic laser, Kinesio taping, and proper workout are excellent complements to advanced manual therapy techniques we use. It is important to remember that we should not try to perform physical therapy on our own. If done incorrectly, it can do more harm than good. I recently treated a gentleman who had developed elbow problems while working as a plumber for many years. He figured it was nothing serious and he decided to work it out on his own. Unfortunately, he hurt himself badly, and instead of taking two to three weeks to heal, it took us almost three months to solve the problem.\"<\/span><\/p>Problems in the elbow should not be taken lightly. If started with the first symptoms, professional physical therapy may help avoid more serious issues and long-term treatment in the future. 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\n Pre- and Post-Surgery Physical Therapy: The Key to Longevity<\/title><\/p>\n<style>\n body {\n font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n font-size: 18px;\n line-height: 1.8;\n color: #333;\n margin: 20px;\n }\n h1 {\n font-size: 36px;\n margin-top: 40px;\n margin-bottom: 25px;\n }\n h2 {\n font-size: 28px;\n margin-top: 40px;\n margin-bottom: 25px;\n }\n h3 {\n font-size: 24px;\n margin-top: 35px;\n margin-bottom: 20px;\n }\n p {\n margin-bottom: 20px;\n }\n strong {\n font-weight:bold;\n }\n <\/style>\n<\/head> \n<body><\/p>\n<article>\n<h1>Pre- and Post-Surgery Physical Therapy: The Key to Longevity<\/h1>\nWe all want to stay active for as long as possible. Whether it\u2019s traveling, playing your favorite sport, or tending to your garden, maintaining mobility is key to enjoying life. So, when surgery becomes a possibility, it\u2019s natural to wonder: what comes next?<\/p>\nPlanning for surgery isn\u2019t just about the procedure itself\u2014it\u2019s about preparing for life afterward. How long will you be immobile? Will daily activities like climbing stairs or using the restroom be difficult? Will you need crutches or a walker? Being prepared with a professional pre- and post-surgery physical therapy<\/strong> team can make the difference in getting back on your feet quickly and safely.<\/p>\n<h2>Benefits of Pre-Surgery Physical Therapy<\/h2>\nPreoperative pre- and post-operative therapy<\/strong> can dramatically shorten post-surgery recovery. A skilled physical therapist will create a personalized care plan, combining manual therapy with exercises to improve overall fitness. The goals include:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:inside; margin-bottom:15px; padding-left:15px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Strengthening muscles<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Increasing flexibility and endurance<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Regaining mobility and independence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIf mobility aids such as walkers or crutches are required after surgery, therapists ensure patients use them safely. Improperly fitted devices can lead to shoulder, arm, or neck pain. For instance, one of our patients underwent an unplanned knee surgery and was never taught how to use a cane properly. By the time he arrived at our clinic, he was experiencing severe shoulder and neck pain due to incorrect cane use and unsafe stair navigation. Proper preoperative guidance can prevent these complications.<\/p>\n<h2>Post-Surgery Rehabilitation<\/h2>\nCertain surgeries almost always require pre- and post-surgery physical therapy<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:inside; margin-bottom:15px; padding-left:15px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Back, neck, shoulder, elbow, knee, ankle, and foot injuries<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Hip, knee, shoulder, and ankle replacements<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Shoulder and knee arthroscopy<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Abdominal, thoracic, and pelvic floor procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nA tailored pre- and post-surgery physical therapy<\/strong> program helps prevent complications, improves circulation, oxygenates tissues, reduces pain and swelling, and prevents muscle atrophy. Abdominal and thoracic surgeries, in particular, often leave scars and adhesions. Without proper therapy, these can affect digestive or respiratory function. Targeted manual therapy from a trained professional is essential for full recovery.<\/p>\n<h3>Real-Life Success: Mary\u2019s Story<\/h3>\nMary, one of our patients, had both knees and her right shoulder replaced. In her seventies, she wanted to continue traveling but her painful knees made it impossible.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:inside; margin-bottom:15px; padding-left:15px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Preoperative preparation:<\/strong> Mary exercised three times a week under a therapist\u2019s guidance and at home using a personalized plan.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Postoperative rehab:<\/strong> She attended therapy sessions at our clinic and later joined our wellness program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThanks to her pre- and post-surgery physical therapy<\/strong>, Mary\u2019s recovery was smooth each time. At nearly 78, she continues to travel and stay active\u2014proof that age doesn\u2019t have to limit mobility.<\/p>\n<h2>Stay Active, Live Longer<\/h2>\nA study by the National Institutes of Health found that seniors who skip a surgery rehab program<\/strong> face higher risks of post-surgical complications. Lack of activity leads to weak muscles and reduced heart and lung capacity.<\/p>\nA structured surgery rehab program<\/strong> can:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type:disc; list-style-position:inside; margin-bottom:15px; padding-left:15px;\">\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Maintain independence<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Support safe pain management without strong medications<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Improve mood and mental health through natural endorphin release<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom:5px; font-size:16px; font-weight:normal;\">Reduce recovery time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTherapy isn\u2019t just about healing\u2014it\u2019s about empowering patients to live active, fulfilling lives after surgery.<\/p>\nRead more about <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/what-we-treat\/pre-and-post-surgical-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">post-surgery issues<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/what-we-treat\/adhesions-and-scar-tissue-treatment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">physical therapy for adhesions and scar tissue<\/a>, and how we can help with <a href=\"https:\/\/pdrehab.com\/how-we-treat\/physical-therapy\/counterstrain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fascial Counterstrain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/body> \n<\/html> \n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We all want to be as active as possible for as long as possible. As we retire, we dream of traveling, enjoying our favorite sport, or gardening. So when the prospect of surgery arises, we naturally worry about what comes next.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":68275,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"If you suffer from elbow pain longer than seven days, you might have a condition called \u201cgolfer\u2019s elbow\u201d or \u201ctennis elbow\u201d. <\/b>Despite its\u2019 names, athletes aren't the only people who develop tennis or golfer\u2019s elbow. <\/b>It is very common among construction site workers. Many office workers also complain of elbow pain. The risk increases with age - we are more prone to experience elbow pain and limited mobility after the age of fifty.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>Although we do not even notice it, our forearms, wrists, and hands perform thousands of maneuvers every day. If we repeat exactly the same movements for at least two hours a day for months or years, we can develop a condition called tennis elbow or golfer's elbow. And although the name suggests a disease related to the elbow itself, it affects the muscles and tendons surrounding it. Sometimes the pain is caused by irritation of the radial nerve that leads from the neck to the hand. The problem is caused by recurring micro-injuries we suffer on a daily basis. They are unnoticeable but overlapping for years, eventually, lead to abnormal tissue healing. It results in chronic inflammation and degenerative disease of the muscle attachment, manifested by pain in the area of elbows, as well as wrists and hands.<\/span><\/p>How to distinguish a tennis elbow from a golfer's elbow?<\/b><\/p>Tennis elbow is an overuse and muscle strain injury<\/span>. It can be a consequence <\/span>of the repeated contraction of the forearm muscles that we use to straighten and raise our hands and wrists. The recurrent motions and stress to the tissue may result in a series of tiny tears in the tendons <\/span>attaching the forearm muscles to the bony prominence at the outside of an elbow <\/span>and results in pain in that area as well as a wrist or a hand. As the name suggests, playing tennis - especially repeated use of the backhand stroke with poor technique - is one of the possible causes of the condition. People who play badminton, squash, ping pong, or practice rowing for several hours a day may also experience elbow pain. Many other common arm motions, not related to sports, can also cause the condition - using plumbing tools, painting, driving screws, cutting up meat. Office workers suffer from that condition as a result of repetitive computer mouse use which leads to the compression of the radial nerve.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>Golfer's elbow is a condition similar to a tennis elbow but mainly affects the wrist flexors located at the inner part of the elbow. It can be caused by strong, repeated for long time movements related to work in such professions as construction, plumbing, and carpentry. Sport can also play a role in causing this condition. Lifting weights using the wrong technique, incorrect baseball or softball throwing technique, archery, and javelin throwing can all lead to muscle and tendon problems with that part of the body. People with golfer's elbow pain experience discomfort and pain during internal rotation of the forearm and bending of the wrist and fingers. It is very common for pain to appear when squeezing hands in greeting.<\/span><\/p>Treatment<\/b><\/p>Treatment begins with avoiding activity that causes pain. it is recommended to take a break from practicing sports and to facilitate the arm at work. Applying cold compresses, taking anti-inflammatory drugs, and using a brace can also relieve the pain. However, if the symptoms persist longer than a week, we should consider seeing a physical therapist who specializes in elbow problems. Kris Krasowski, a physical therapist from PDR Physical Therapy and a specialist in manual therapy with over thirty years of work experience, says: \u201cThe first step of properly conducted rehabilitation is the correct diagnosis. We do not need imaging such as X-rays or ultrasound to diagnose a patient. Our hour-long initial evaluation let us interview and examine a patient, determine the origin of the disorder and implement an appropriate solution. In our years of experience, the Counterstrain manual therapy technique and the Graston technique, in combination with modalities and exercises, are the most effective in treating these conditions. Ultrasound, therapeutic laser, Kinesio taping, and proper workout are excellent complements to advanced manual therapy techniques we use. 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