Post-Surgery Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy treatment post-surgery is a very pivotal step in rehabilitation and ensuring appropriate progression in achieving goals and returning to specific work/sport or achievable goal.

The team here at MOVE360 are great at treating you post-operatively and getting you back on the right track of recovery

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Physiotherapy post- surgery may include

Education on the type of surgery and how to best manage yourself post-operatively
Educated on appropriate rice method (rest, ice, compression & elevation)
Prescription of stretching/range of motion exercises to ensure appropriate movement/range of motion (which depending on the stage of rehabilitation may be passive (using a stick/other arm/getting therapist to help) – no contraction of muscle actively active – movement of the limb yourself with no assistance
Prescription of strengthening exercises to assist in improve strength, power, performance

The types of surgeries that will require physiotherapy post-operatively may include

Total hip-replacement (THR): overall goal to improve strength and range of motion around the hip and lower limbs and improve function/performance
Total knee-replacement (TKR): overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the knee and lower limbs and improve function/performance, coordination, balance & proprioception
Shoulder replacement: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the shoulder and upper limbs and improve function/performance
Rotator cuff tear repair: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the shoulder and upper limbs and improve function/performance
Shoulder arthroscopic surgery: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the shoulder and upper limbs and improve function/performance
Total elbow arthroplasty/replacement: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the elbow and upper limbs and improve function/performance
Open reduction, internal fixation of any fractures throughout the body – Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the specific region and limbs and improve function/performance, especially after removing the cast
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction/repair: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the knee and lower limbs and improve function/performance and return to sports/leisure activities if required appropriately, coordination, balance & proprioception
Meniscus repair surgery: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the knee and lower limbs and improve function/performance, coordination, balance & proprioception
Knee arthroscopic surgery: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the knee and lower limbs and improve function/performance, coordination, balance & proprioception
Spinal surgeries (Spinal laminectomy/Spinal decompression), discectomy, foraminotomy, spinal fusion, artificial disc replacement, vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the cervical, thoracolumbar regions and improve function/performance
Achilles repair/Ankle Surgery: Overall goal to improve strength, range of motion around the ankle and lower limbs and improve function/performance, coordination, balance & proprioception

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Our Services

Motor Vehicle Accident/
Car Accident Injury

Pain and present injuries after a motor vehicle accident? The Physios here will ensure appropriate treatment following any type of car accident.

Sports Injury/
Musculoskeletal treatment

If you have injured yourself during sport or at the gym and experiencing pain and affected function the practitioners here will get you back onto the playing field in no time

Workers Compensation/
Work cover Injury

A work related accident Can be a stressful time for you. The practitioners here will make your recovery & transition to work much easier & provide treatment for your work related injuries.

National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

The NDIS provides funding to eligible people based on their individual needs to use their funds to purchase supports and services that will help each individual participant pursue their goals.

Massage

Overworked and feeling tension throughout your body, the Physios here will find all your trigger points and help you relax and improve your overall wellbeing

Dry Needling

Improve your tension, musculoskeletal complaints and movement with the insertion of thin monofilament needles that penetrate through your skins layers

Aged Care

The practitioners will provide you with appropriate management to improve your strength, movement, balance and function to lead to reduced risk of falls and improve health & wellbeing

Post-Surgery Rehabilitation

Ranging from joint replacements, and fracture management, to ACL/Rotator cuff repairs, the practitioners will ensure you are at ease and have full recovery post-op

Exercise Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy Programs

Usually delivered by our Exercise Physiologists, a tailored gym or hydrotherapy program can be created for your individual needs & goals

Women’s Health Practitioners

Our women’s health practitioners can assist you with any of the following: bladder/pelvic pain dysfunctions, pregnancy/post-partum

Neurological Rehabilitation

With the overall goal of improving strength, function, coordination and overall wellbeing the practitioners here will guide you through your neurological rehab

Chiropractic Care

Focused on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders, with an emphasis on treatment through manual adjustment and/or manipulation of the spine/Joints.

Speech Pathology

Study, diagnose and treat communication disorders, including difficulties with speaking, listening, understanding language, reading, writing, social skills, stuttering and using voice.

Occupational Therapy

Provides treatment/assessment to enable people to participate in activities they find meaningful such as taking care of oneself, working, participating in hobbies, interests and social events

Podiatry

Podiatrists are medical specialists who help with problems that affect your feet or lower legs. They can treat injuries as well as complications from ongoing health issues like diabetes.