Are you scheduled for surgery and want to ensure the best possible outcome? At Perfect Motion Physiotherapy in Adelaide, we support your recovery journey before the operation even begins. Our pre-surgical rehabilitation (pre-hab) programs are designed to prepare your body, boost your confidence, and help you recover faster post-surgery.
Pre-hab is more than preparation—it’s your opportunity to take control of your healing process and set yourself up for a smoother, shorter recovery.
What Is Pre-Surgical Rehabilitation?
Pre-surgical rehabilitation (commonly called pre-hab) involves a series of physiotherapy sessions before your surgery. It helps strengthen your body, improve mobility, and build confidence—both physically and mentally. This proactive approach is increasingly recommended by surgeons and supported by research showing faster post-operative recovery times for patients who complete pre-hab.
Whether you’re preparing for a joint replacement, ligament repair, or spinal procedure, Perfect Motion Physiotherapy will tailor your pre-hab plan to suit your needs and surgical requirements.
How Pre-Hab Can Help You
Surgery is a major event for your body. Pre-hab prepares you for what’s ahead by targeting strength, flexibility, stamina, and pain control—all of which improve surgical outcomes. Here’s what it can do:
- Boost physical readiness with strength, mobility, and endurance training
- Reduce pre-surgical anxiety by giving you structure and control
- Improve surgical results by enhancing your body’s recovery capacity
- Minimise post-operative pain through proactive pain management strategies
- Build routine with exercises you’ll continue after surgery
- Support better long-term function through early education and lifestyle guidance
In some cases, patients report such improvement with pre-hab that surgery is delayed or even avoided altogether.
6 Key Benefits of Pre-Surgical Physiotherapy
- Improved Outcomes
Research shows that patients who undergo pre-hab are more likely to achieve successful surgical outcomes. Stronger muscles and better joint mobility make recovery easier.
- Fewer Complications
Physiotherapy strengthens your immune response, improving circulation and respiratory function, which may reduce the risk of infection and post-surgical complications.
- Pain Reduction
Our physiotherapists use manual therapy, movement-based treatment, and pain-relieving techniques (e.g. heat, cold, soft tissue release) to reduce discomfort—even before surgery begins.
- Better Stamina
By building endurance and functional strength pre-surgery, you’ll lose less muscle mass post-surgery and bounce back more efficiently.
- Shorter Recovery Times
The fitter you are before surgery, the faster you’re likely to recover. Pre-hab provides a head start on mobility, strength, and post-op rehab.
- Sometimes—Avoid Surgery Altogether
In some cases, targeted pre-hab can significantly reduce symptoms and improve quality of life—leading patients and their doctors to reconsider or delay surgery.
Common Surgeries We Support
We provide pre-surgical physiotherapy for patients preparing for:
- Total or partial hip and knee replacements
- Rotator cuff, ACL, or meniscus repairs
- Spinal surgeries
- Orthopaedic trauma recovery
- Cardiac rehabilitation and more
Whatever the procedure, we work with your surgeon’s guidelines to ensure you’re fully prepared.
What to Expect at Perfect Motion Physiotherapy
When you begin a pre-hab program at Perfect Motion Physiotherapy, you can expect:
- Thorough assessment of movement, posture, and joint health
- A personalised exercise program tailored to your surgical goals
- Education on what to expect before and after surgery
- Guidance on mobility aids, pain management, and home setup
- Strengthening of specific muscles and joints related to your surgery
- Flexibility and balance training to prevent falls and complications
We make sure you’re as prepared as possible—physically and mentally—for a safe and speedy recovery.
Book Your Pre-Hab Appointment Today
Don’t wait until after surgery to think about rehab. The sooner you start pre-hab, the better your results will be. At Perfect Motion Physiotherapy in Adelaide, we’ll design a customised program to give you the best possible chance at a quicker, smoother recovery.
Schedule your pre-surgical assessment today and take the first step toward a stronger tomorrow.
Disclaimer:
The information provided on this page is intended for general educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
