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Pre & Post-Operative Physio
Tadworth & Online
Preparing for surgery or recovering afterwards can feel uncertain. I’ll guide you with a clear, personalised plan to regain movement, strength and confidence—so you can get back to daily life safely.
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โBased in Lower Kingswood (Tadworth) and serving Kingswood & surrounding Surrey — in-clinic or online.
Surgeries I Commonly Supported
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Knee: ACL/meniscus, total knee replacement
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Hip: total hip replacement, hip arthroscopy/FAI
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Shoulder: rotator cuff repair, decompression, stabilisation
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Spine: discectomy/laminectomy (as appropriate—liaising with your surgeon’s protocol)
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Foot & ankle / hand & wrist: fracture fixation, ligament/tendon repairs
๐ก Related pages: Knee Pain | Hip Pain | Shoulder Pain | Foot & Ankle | Online Appointments
Physiotherapy Treatment: Pre-Op (“Pre-hab”)
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Establish baselines for range, strength and function
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Set clear targets for before and after surgery
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Plan home setup (swelling control, walking aids, sleep, stairs)
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Teach joint-friendly movement (sit-to-stand, getting in/out of bed, bathroom steps)
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Provide a simple strength & mobility plan so you arrive stronger and more confident
Physiotherapy Treatment: Post-Op Recovery
Your plan is phased to protect healing while building capacity:
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Early phase: swelling & pain management, safe range, gait with aids, wound considerations
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Middle phase: progressive strength, balance/proprioception, functional tasks (stairs, sit-to-stand), activity pacing
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Late phase: return to work/sport/hobbies with criteria-based progressions (hop/step tests, strength targets, tolerance goals)
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Communication: I can liaise with your surgeon/GP and provide updates when needed
๐ We’ll agree what to do, how much, and how to know when to progress—with clarity on what’s normal vs. when to seek help.
Next Steps for Surgical Recovery
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โ๏ธ In Tadworth, Lower Kingswood or Kingswood? Start with a free 10-min clarity call (new patients; not a clinical assessment) or book an online appointmentโ.
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๐ป See how an Online Appointment works with me
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๐ Read about Knee Pain / Hip Pain / Shoulder Pain
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โ Book an appointment with me
Pre & Post-Operative Physio FAQs
When should I start physio after surgery?
Often within days to 2 weeks, following your surgeon’s protocol. I’ll guide what’s safe at each stage and how to pace recovery.
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How often will I need sessions?
It depends on your surgery and goals. We’ll agree a schedule that fits recovery and budget, with clear milestones and home progressions.
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Will you liaise with my surgeon?
Yes—if helpful I can coordinate with your surgeon/team and share progress so everyone’s aligned.
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For more information about online and face to face appointments head over to the 'Bookings' page.
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If you have any questions prior to booking, then feel free to drop me an email: genuinephysio@gmail.com or leave an enquiry at the bottom of the home page.