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Can Physiotherapy Help with Post-Surgery Recovery?

Can Physiotherapy Help with Post-Surgery Recovery?
20 Jun

Recovering from surgery can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be. At Anatomy Rehab, our expert physiotherapists in Dubai specialise in post-surgical rehabilitation designed to help you regain strength, movement, and confidence. Whether you’ve had orthopaedic surgery, joint replacement, or a sports injury repair, physiotherapy plays a critical role in your recovery journey.

Why Is Physiotherapy Important After Surgery?

Surgery can leave your body feeling weak, stiff, and swollen. Without targeted rehabilitation, it’s easy for muscles to weaken, joints to lose mobility, and scar tissue to form in ways that restrict your movement. Post-operative physiotherapy helps you:

  • Restore mobility and flexibility

  • Improve muscle strength and endurance

  • Reduce swelling and pain

  • Prevent complications like stiffness or blood clots

  • Speed up your return to daily activities

The goal isn’t just to “get better” — it’s to come back stronger, safer, and with fewer long-term issues.

Can Physiotherapy Help with Post-Surgery Recovery?

Types of Surgery We Support at Anatomy Rehab

Our physiotherapists have experience with a wide range of post-surgical cases, including:

  • Knee surgery (ACL repair, meniscus tear, total knee replacement)

  • Shoulder surgery (rotator cuff repair, shoulder stabilisation)

  • Spinal surgery (discectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion)

  • Hip replacement

  • Ankle and foot surgery

  • Sports injury repairs

  • Orthopaedic trauma surgeries

Each rehab plan is 100% customised to suit your body, your surgery, and your goals.

Can Physiotherapy Help with Post-Surgery Recovery?

What Does a Post-Surgery Physiotherapy Plan Look Like?

At Anatomy Rehab, your post-surgery recovery begins with a thorough assessment by one of our physiotherapists. We’ll work closely with your surgeon’s guidelines and create a phased recovery plan that may include:

  • Manual therapy to reduce tension, swelling and scar tissue

  • Guided exercises to safely rebuild strength and balance

  • Mobility work to restore flexibility and prevent stiffness

  • Electrotherapy or dry needling, where appropriate

  • Progress tracking to ensure steady recovery and avoid setbacks

We focus on evidence-based care with hands-on support — no cookie-cutter programmes.

How Soon After Surgery Can You Start Physiotherapy?

It depends on the type of surgery you’ve had. In many cases, physiotherapy starts within 24–72 hours post-op (especially in hospital settings), but in others, it may begin a week or two later. What matters most is that your rehab is guided by a trained professional who knows when to push and when to hold back.

We always liaise with your consultant or surgeon to time your treatment safely and effectively.

Can Physiotherapy Help with Post-Surgery Recovery?

Why Choose Anatomy Rehab in Dubai?

  • ✔️ Expert Team – Internationally trained physiotherapists with post-op rehab experience

  • ✔️ Personalised Care – Every treatment plan is tailored to you

  • ✔️ Luxury Clinic Setting – Clean, calm, and centrally located clinics in Dubai

  • ✔️ Advanced Techniques – From dry needling to sports massage and Pilates-based rehab

  • ✔️ Multilingual Team – English, Arabic, Spanish, and more spoken in-clinic

Ready to Start Your Recovery?
Book your consultation at Anatomy Rehab today and let’s get you back on your feet — the right way. Whether you’re recovering from a major procedure or a minor operation, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

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