Surgery is often the initial step in restoring mobility and relieving pain after a severe knee injury. At Twin Boro Physical Therapy in Wall, NJ, we go beyond helping patients regain basic function after knee surgery; we are committed to guiding you through every step of recovery and ensuring a safe and effective recovery that supports long-term knee health.
Our Approach to Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
At Twin Boro, our approach to post-surgical recovery is structured and progressive, designed to address each patient’s needs. Focused on a holistic recovery process that targets physical healing and supports overall well-being, our rehabilitation programs include:
- Restoring Range of Motion: The knee joint can become stiff after surgery. Physical therapy focuses on gentle stretching and range-of-motion exercises to gradually restore flexibility and prevent long-term stiffness.
- Rebuilding Strength: Surgery often leads to muscle atrophy, particularly in the quadriceps, hamstrings, and calf muscles that support the knee. Targeted strengthening exercises help rebuild these muscles, providing the stability necessary for a fully functional knee.
- Enhancing Balance and Proprioception: Knee surgery can disrupt your sense of balance and proprioception (the body’s ability to sense its position in space). Physical therapy incorporates exercises to retrain these systems, improving coordination and reducing the risk of falls.
- Pain Management: Twin Boro therapists use manual therapy, ice therapy, and controlled movement to manage pain and reduce swelling, facilitating a smoother recovery.
- Gradual Return to Activity: Patients are guided through a phased return to normal activities, ensuring that the knee is strong and stable enough to handle everyday movements and higher-impact activities without risking re-injury.
Promoting Long-Term Health and Injury Prevention
Twin Boro physical therapists equip patients with the knowledge and tools to protect their knees from future injuries. We promote long-term health and injury prevention through:
- Strengthening Supporting Muscles: Strong muscles surrounding the knee joint, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves, act as natural shock absorbers and stabilizers. Strengthening these muscle groups reduces the strain on the knee and helps prevent injuries.
- Improving Flexibility: Tight muscles can pull on the knee joint, increasing the risk of injury. Stretching exercises that focus on the hamstrings, quadriceps, and calf muscles help maintain flexibility, allowing the knee to move freely and reducing the likelihood of strains or sprains.
- Guiding Proper Movement Patterns: Improper movement patterns, such as incorrect landing mechanics during jumps or poor form while lifting, can put undue stress on the knee joint. Our rehabilitation programs include training on proper biomechanics and movement techniques to ensure you move in ways that protect your knee.
- Incorporating Balance and Stability Exercises: Enhanced balance and stability can prevent falls and awkward movements that can lead to knee injuries. Exercises that improve balance and proprioception help you maintain control during dynamic activities, reducing the risk of accidental injuries.
- Education and Lifestyle Modifications: Twin Boro therapists equip patients with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions that support long-term knee health. They discuss proper footwear, warm-up and cool-down techniques, nutrition, and post-recovery maintenance.
Achieve Life-Long Knee Health with Twin Boro
Physical therapy is essential for a successful recovery after knee surgery. Through comprehensive rehabilitation programs that include recovery and injury prevention strategies, Twin Boro physical therapists ensure patients can return to their daily activities with reduced risk and improved knee health. To learn more about how our Wall, NJ, team can help you recover and stay injury-free, please call or request an appointment online!
