Pre and Post-Operative Management

Pre and Post-Operative Management Etobicoke

Etobicoke Pre- and Post-Operative Management is a comprehensive physiotherapy service designed to optimize surgical outcomes by preparing the body before surgery and guiding recovery afterward. Our evidence-based programs help reduce complications, accelerate healing, and restore function through individualized exercise, education, and manual therapy.

What Conditions does Pre- and Post-Operative Management Cover?

We support patients undergoing orthopedic surgeries (joint replacements, ligament reconstructions, spinal fusions), soft tissue procedures (rotator cuff repair, tendon transfers), abdominal and thoracic surgeries, and peripheral nerve decompressions. Our program also benefits those facing cancer-related surgeries, tendon repairs, and reconstructive procedures.

How often should you attend Pre- and Post-Operative Management?

Pre-Operative: 2-3 sessions per week for 2-6 weeks leading up to surgery to build strength, endurance and educate on post-surgical expectations.
Post-Operative: Begin within 24-72 hours after surgery, progressing to 2-3 sessions per week for 6-12 weeks based on your surgeon’s protocol and recovery pace.
Frequency and duration are tailored to your surgery type, fitness level, and individual healing response.

What are the Potential Benefits of Etobicoke Pre- and Post-Operative Management?

• Enhance pre-surgical strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness
• Educate on surgical procedure, precautions, and recovery timeline
• Reduce post-operative pain, swelling, and stiffness
• Minimize risk of complications such as deep vein thrombosis and muscle atrophy
• Restore range of motion and joint mobility effectively
• Accelerate return to daily activities, work, and sport
• Improve scar tissue flexibility and prevent adhesions
• Support safe progression of weight-bearing and functional exercises
• Provide psychological support and confidence in movement
• Optimize long-term surgical outcomes and function

What is a Pre- and Post-Operative Management Session like?

Pre-Operative Sessions: Include functional strength training, targeted exercises for affected areas, cardiovascular conditioning, and patient education on breathing techniques, pain management strategies, and assistive device use.
Post-Operative Sessions: Begin with gentle mobilizations, edema control, and pain-relieving modalities. Progress to hands-on manual therapy, therapeutic exercises for strength and endurance gait training, balance work, and functional task simulation (e.g., stair navigation).
Each session lasts 45-60 minutes and uses state-of-the-art equipment and safe, evidence-based techniques aligned with your surgical protocol.

What Can I Expect in a First Pre- and Post-Operative Management Visit in Etobicoke?

During your initial pre-operative visit, we review your medical history, surgical plan, and fitness level to develop a personalized preparation program. You’ll learn safe movements, breathing exercises, and prehabilitation strategies.
Your first post-operative visit includes an assessment of incision site healing, pain levels, range of motion, and functional mobility. We’ll explain weight-bearing restrictions, home exercises, and milestones for each recovery phase. Throughout your surgical journey, our team provides continuous guidance, ensuring you feel confident, informed, and supported from pre-surgery preparation to full recovery.