In-home rehab after surgery
Recover from joint replacement and other surgery at home, with a licensed physical therapist guiding each step back to everyday activities.
How in-home physical therapy can help
The first weeks after surgery are when getting to a clinic is hardest, and when good guidance matters most.
Your therapist follows your surgeon's instructions and precautions, and helps you rebuild movement and strength safely in the place you're recovering.
- Following your surgeon's protocol and precautions
- Restoring range of motion and strength step by step
- Safe transfers: bed, chair, toilet, shower and car
- Walking with or without an aid, and stair practice
- Showing family members how to help safely
What a 45-minute session may include
- A check of pain, swelling and your incision area (without removing dressings unless instructed)
- Range-of-motion and strengthening exercises
- Practice of transfers and walking around your home
- Updates to your plan as you progress
Who this is for: People recovering from knee or hip replacement, shoulder surgery, spine surgery, fracture repair and other procedures, when cleared by their surgeon.
Every plan is based on an individual evaluation by a licensed physical therapist. Results vary from person to person, and physical therapy isn't right for every condition.
Questions about recovery after surgery
When can I start therapy after surgery?
That's up to your surgeon. Bring your discharge papers or protocol to the first visit so your therapist can follow your surgeon's instructions.
What signs should I report straight away?
Contact your surgeon promptly for increasing redness, warmth, drainage, fever, or calf pain and swelling. Call 911 for chest pain or sudden shortness of breath.
Ready for a session at home?
Tell us what's going on and where you live. A care coordinator will call to match you with a licensed physical therapist and confirm a time.