Post-Operative Rehabilitation

Post operative recovery and rehabilitation can be very challenging in many ways and Momentum Physical Therapy of New Paltz wants to make it as easy as possible for you.  Despite the variety of challenges and obstacles you may face, Greg can help you manage these difficulties while maximizing your progress and recovery.  Even though he cannot speed up biological processes, Greg can use the body's resiliency to his advantage by providing an optimal environment for injured tissues to heal.  Above all, Greg understands the delicate balance of protecting healing tissues and the guidance required to help you reach the next stage of your recovery and ultimately your goals.

Surgery is a serious affair no matter how big or small the procedure or if it was performed by choice or not.  Rehabilitation is not to be taken lightly either as it provides the necessary treatment and guidance to help you regain your function and mobility.  At Momentum Physical Therapy of New Paltz, Greg will:

• Answer any and all questions you may have related to your surgery to the best of his ability
• Explain the typical sequence and progression of recovery as it pertains to your surgery
• Explain the precautions to be aware of that will protect healing tissues
• Provide information and teach strategies to minimize pain and potential setbacks
• Provide tips and advice to help you adjust to any limitations/restrictions particularly in the acute stage of healing
• Provide a complete home training program to expedite healing and so that you can be an active participant in your recovery
• Focus on the fundamentals of each stage so that you are prepared to progress and are less susceptible to setbacks
• Customize your treatment to fit your goals

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