Service Details

Post operative fracture rehab

Post-operative fracture rehabilitation is a process that helps patients regain function and speed up recovery after a bone fracture. The goals of rehabilitation include: Relieving pain and swelling, Restoring range of motion and mobility, Preventing muscle atrophy, Improving stability and weight-bearing, and Preventing complications. 

Rehabilitation can include: Hands-on techniques, Joint mobilization and manipulation, Remedial massage, Heat/ice therapy, and Customized exercise plans. 

A physiotherapist will assess your condition and discuss a rehabilitation plan with you. The physiotherapist will often follow a protocol written by the surgeon and their team. It's important to consult your doctor before starting any new exercise. 

The time it takes to fully recover from a fracture depends on the type of fracture:

• Femur fracture

Rehabilitation can take up to 6 months. The patient may not be able to bear weight on the leg for up to 12 weeks. 

• Hip fracture

Rehabilitation is often started within a day of surgery. The goal is to restore the ability to walk as well as before the fracture.