Written By PTConcepts on July 7, 2025
Any type of surgery can be physically traumatic for your body. It’s important to work closely with your care team to develop an understanding of exactly what you can expect, both from the surgery and from the recovery period. One way to support your health and your recovery is with physical therapy (PT) during both pre-surgical rehabilitation and post-surgical rehabilitation. At PTConcepts, our physical therapists in North Texas can help you support your health before and after an operation.
How PT Supports Pre-Surgical Rehabilitation
Even a minor surgery can be stressful for your body. It’s ideal to head into the procedure in good physical shape. Pre-surgical rehabilitation, also known as prehabilitation, improves your physical functioning so that you can preserve as much of that functioning as possible during your post-surgical recovery. Patients who are fit and active prior to surgery are more likely to have a smoother recovery with less physical decline. Some of the potential benefits of prehabilitation include:
- Shorter hospitalization and shorter overall recovery
- Reduced pain
- Lower risk of complications
- Reduced muscle loss
During your recovery, you’re likely to find that you’ll need to move in different ways. For example, you may need to change the way you get into and out of bed, and you may need to learn how to walk with a cane or walker. Physical therapy prior to the surgery can help you figure out how to move safely. Since you might not start PT immediately after the surgery, proactively learning how to move can be important for your recovery.
The Role of PT for Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Even with pre-surgical rehabilitation, the post-surgical period can be challenging. Physical therapy can make it a little easier by helping you heal more comfortably. Our physical therapists in North Texas can assist you with your post-surgical rehabilitation in the following ways:
- Reduce pain and inflammation
- Restore mobility and function
- Reduce the risk of post-surgical problems like scar tissue formation and muscle stiffness
- Improve balance and flexibility
Schedule an Evaluation With a Physical Therapist in North Texas
PTConcepts is a leading provider of pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation services in North Texas. Our physical therapists are available at five convenient locations in Plano West, McKinney, Allen, Frisco West, and Frisco North. With cutting-edge treatments and state-of-the-art equipment, our multidisciplinary team can help you enjoy a healthy recovery. Schedule an appointment today with a physical therapist in North Texas. PTConcepts accepts most insurance plans.
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