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Post-Surgical Rehabilitation in Burlington

Surgery is only part of recovery. Structured rehabilitation restores movement, strength and function after your procedure.

Understanding the condition

About post-surgical rehabilitation

After orthopedic surgery, such as hip or knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair or spinal surgery, rehabilitation is essential to regain range of motion, strength and confidence. We follow your surgeon's protocol, progressing exercises as healing allows, and communicate with your surgical team where needed.

Common symptoms

  • Stiffness and reduced movement after surgery
  • Muscle weakness around the operated area
  • Swelling
  • Difficulty walking, lifting or reaching
  • Reduced confidence using the limb

Common causes

  • Joint replacement surgery
  • Ligament reconstruction
  • Rotator cuff or tendon repair
  • Fracture fixation
  • Spinal surgery

How we treat it

Our approach at Tread Well

01

Protocol-guided rehab

We follow your surgeon's guidelines and adjust your program as you heal.

02

Restoring movement

Manual therapy, swelling management and mobility exercises restore range of motion.

03

Strength and function

Progressive strengthening and functional training return you to work, sport and daily life.

Who treats this condition

These practitioners commonly treat this condition, and your care can be coordinated between them. You may book directly with the practitioner of your choice.

Abhishek Thakur

Abhishek Thakur

Registered Physiotherapist

MPT, Dip. AMPT

Book with Abhishek
Ciby Kuriakose

Ciby Kuriakose

Registered Physiotherapist

B.Sc. PT, DPT

Book with Ciby
Amanda Ferreira

Amanda Ferreira

Registered Massage Therapist / Registered Acupuncturist

RMT, R.Ac.

Book with Amanda
Devin Ong

Devin Ong

Registered Massage Therapist

RMT

Book with Devin

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: common questions

Covered by most extended health plans. Direct billing is available to many major insurers.Billing details

Book an assessment for post-surgical rehabilitation

Most new patients prefer to call. Reception can advise which practitioner is best suited to your concern and arrange a suitable time. Online booking is also available if you would prefer to book directly.

3305 Harvester Road, Burlington, Ontario L7N 3N2