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PRE-OPERATION / POST OPERATION PROGRAMS
For most patients who are scheduled for major orthopedic
surgery-such as joint replacement-pre-operative therapy
provides a head start on the rehabilitation process
by stretching and strengthening the muscles around the
joint.
Patients who can benefit from pre-operative therapy
receive a prescription from their doctor for one-on-one
sessions with one of our physical or occupational therapists.
For some patients, pre-operative therapy includes treatment
in our indoor therapeutic pool. Patients who have limited
movement because of pain will appreciate the buoyancy
and warmth of the water, which provides a soothing and
safe environment in which to perform pre-surgical stretching
and strengthening exercises.
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