Post Surgery Rehab in Des Moines & Iowa City
Physical Therapy After Surgery That Gets You Back to Doing What You Love!
Getting back to normal after a surgery can feel like a slow and difficult process. That’s why Breathe. Physical Therapy and Wellness is here to be your teammate – cheering you on and listening to you through every step of your recovery journey.
Whether you’re recovering from a knee replacement, rotator cuff repair, or other kind of movement-related surgery, our team is ready to help. We’re not just here to give you a list of stretches to do. Your body moves in your own unique way, and we’ll help you combine your natural habits with tailored exercises to help you get back to doing what you love. Our team combines the medical expertise of a traditional physical therapy clinic with our unique approach to attentive, empathetic, holistic wellness.
Are you ready to experience what holistic physical therapy could be like for you, post-op?
Breathe. Physical Therapy & Wellness’s Holistic, Integrative Approach to Post-Surgical Rehab
When you undergo surgery, physical therapy can help you strengthen and retrain your muscles to get you back to the full range of movement as soon as possible. But at Breathe., we don’t just treat your injury. We take a holistic view that includes all aspects of your recovery.
Here’s how our approach to post-surgical rehabilitation works with the WHOLE you:
Therapeutic Exercises
We’ll use guided stretches, exercises, and more to help you gradually regain your full range of motion. Our certified physical therapists walk through each exercise and stretch in person, then equip you to continue them at home. Each step of the way, we’ll work at your pace and your pain tolerance!
Recovery Mindset
Sometimes one of the hardest things about recovery is the mental battle. We’re here to cheer you on and show you that you can do it! Each member of our team is psychologically trained and trauma-informed. We’re here to support you mentally and emotionally — and help you find a trusted mental health expert if needed.
Lifestyle Habits
We’ll work with you to put everything together — your sleeping, eating, and other habits that make a huge difference in how quickly and easily you recover. We’re here to guide you through every aspect.
Frequently Asked Questions About Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
What Is Post-Surgical Rehab?
Post-surgical rehabilitation is physical therapy that helps your body recover following a procedure. Types of procedures that benefit from post-surgical rehab could include a knee or hip replacement, other kinds of orthopedic surgeries, and heart surgeries.
How Soon Should I Begin Post-Surgical Rehab Following My Procedure?
This will depend on the surgery. For some surgeries, physical therapy can start as soon as the day of your surgery. For others, it’s best to wait for some healing and recovery to take place before beginning. Talk with your doctor or give us a call if you have questions about when the best time is to start!
How Long Does Post-Surgical Rehab Last?
The length of your rehabilitation will depend on the extent of your surgery and the rate of your recovery. Physical therapy often takes weeks or months following surgery. At Breathe., we don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. We’ll work with you following your procedure to create a plan based on your unique circumstances.