Post Surgical and Return to Sport Rehabilitation

Post surgical and return to sport rehabilitation at Physio Theory focuses on restoring strength, control, and confidence following orthopedic surgery or significant injury. Progression is guided by objective readiness rather than time based milestones alone.

This service is designed for individuals recovering from surgery or injury who want to return to sport, work, or activity safely while reducing reinjury risk.

Post surgical and return to sport rehabilitation may be used following
ACL, MCL, or meniscus surgery
Achilles or ankle surgery
Hip or knee surgery
Shoulder or upper extremity surgery
Significant ligament, tendon, or muscle injuries
Extended time away from sport due to injury

Care is individualized based on surgical procedure, tissue healing timelines, and activity goals.

Assessment focuses on identifying deficits that commonly persist after surgery or injury and increase reinjury risk. Depending on your stage of recovery, this may include
Movement and mobility assessment
Strength and control testing
Single leg stability assessment
Balance and coordination testing
Objective performance testing when appropriate

Findings are used to guide safe and progressive return to activity.

Rehabilitation is structured in progressive phases and may include
Restoration of range of motion and movement quality
Progressive strength and control training
Force absorption and landing mechanics
Sport or task specific retraining
Gradual return to impact and intensity

Progression is based on readiness rather than arbitrary timelines.

When appropriate, post surgical and return to sport rehabilitation integrates performance testing and movement diagnostics to objectively assess readiness and symmetry between limbs.

Objective data helps guide progression, identify lingering deficits, and support confident return to sport or high level activity.

Return to sport decisions are guided by strength, control, load tolerance, and movement consistency rather than symptoms alone. This approach reduces reinjury risk and improves long term outcomes.

Each return to sport plan is tailored to your sport, position, and performance demands.

Post surgical and return to sport rehabilitation is appropriate for
Individuals recovering from orthopedic surgery
Athletes returning to sport after injury
Clients with lingering deficits after rehabilitation
Active individuals seeking confidence with higher level activity
Those wanting objective guidance for return to play

Post surgical and return to sport rehabilitation is offered as part of physiotherapy assessments and ongoing treatment programs at Physio Theory. Care is always individualized and aligned with your recovery stage and goals.

Book an assessment to determine the most appropriate plan for your needs.