Post-surgical
Post-surgical Rehabilitation
Structured rehab after TKR, THR and arthroscopy.
Step-by-step rehabilitation after knee replacement (TKR), hip replacement (THR) and arthroscopic surgery, guided by your surgeon's protocol.
- Session
- 45 min
- Format
- At the clinic
- Fee
- Fee confirmed after your assessment — you approve an itemised estimate before treatment.
About this service
Surgery is only part of the journey. What happens in the weeks and months afterwards has a big influence on how well you move, how confident you feel and how soon you return to everyday life.
We design your rehabilitation around your surgeon's protocol and your stage of recovery. Early on, the focus is on safely managing pain and swelling, getting the joint moving and walking well with or without aids. As healing progresses, we build strength, balance and endurance, and practise real-life tasks like stairs, getting in and out of a car, and returning to work or sport.
Who it may help
Anyone recovering from orthopaedic surgery, including joint replacement and arthroscopy — and people preparing for surgery who want to start strong.
What to expect
We review your surgical notes and restrictions, then progress you through clear stages: movement, walking, strength, balance and function. Home exercises are a key part of the plan.
- 01
Protect & move
Manage pain and swelling, start gentle movement and safe walking within your surgeon's limits.
- 02
Restore range
Regain the bend and straightening of the joint needed for everyday activities.
- 03
Build strength
Progressive strengthening and balance work so the joint feels stable and reliable.
- 04
Get back to life
Stairs, longer walks, work tasks and, where appropriate, sport or recreation.
Frequently asked questions
When should I start physio after knee or hip replacement?
Usually as soon as your surgeon advises — often within days of discharge. Bring your discharge summary so we can follow your surgeon's protocol.
Can you help before my surgery?
Yes. Strengthening and learning your exercises before surgery (sometimes called 'prehab') can make the early recovery period easier.
Can rehab be done at home?
In the early weeks, travelling can be hard. Ask us about home visits — see our Home Visits service.
Ready to get started?
Request a time online — the clinic confirms it with you.
Related services
- Initial Physiotherapy AssessmentA thorough first visit to understand your pain or injury, how you move and what you want to get back to — ending with a clear, agreed plan.
- Orthopaedic PhysiotherapyHands-on treatment and guided exercise to ease joint pain, manage arthritis and rebuild movement and strength after a fracture.
- Sports Injury RehabilitationRehabilitation for ligament and muscle injuries, from the first days after injury to a structured return to your sport.
General information about our services, not a diagnosis. Your physiotherapist will advise what's right for you after assessing you.