The Importance of Rehabilitation Before Surgery
Did you know that what you do before surgery can significantly impact how fast and how well you recover after?
That's the idea behind pre-surgical rehabilitation, or "prehab" — a proactive approach that helps you get stronger, feel better, and bounce back faster. If you’re preparing for surgery, there’s something powerful you can do right now to improve your results:
>>>Book your personalized prehab evaluation and take control of your recovery.
What Is Prehabilitation?
Prehabilitation is a customized physical therapy program you begin before your scheduled surgery. Its goal is to improve your strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health so your body is better prepared to handle the stress of surgery and heal more efficiently afterward.
Think of it as training for an event — if you were running a marathon, you wouldn’t show up on race day without any preparation, right? Surgery is no different.
Benefits of Pre-Surgical Rehab for Recovery
Studies show that patients who complete a prehab program can:
Shorten their hospital stay post-surgery
Reduce the need for post-operative care
Decrease the risk of complications
Improve post-surgical outcomes and return to function faster
According to a 2020 study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, patients undergoing joint replacement who completed prehab reduced their need for post-acute care by 30%.
Common Surgeries That Benefit from Prehab
Prehab can benefit a wide range of surgeries, including:
Total knee or hip replacement
ACL reconstruction
Rotator cuff repair
Spinal surgery
Abdominal and pelvic surgeries (including C-sections)
Cancer-related procedures
Whether you’re a student-athlete preparing for a ligament repair or a busy mom facing a planned C-section, getting your body ready can make a world of difference.
What Prehabilitation Looks Like
When you come in for prehab, we start with a full evaluation to understand your current mobility, strength, and health status. Then we design a program just for you.
Your plan may include:
Therapeutic exercises to build strength and endurance
Manual therapy to improve mobility and reduce tension
Neuromuscular reeducation to improve movement patterns
Balance and gait training
Breathing techniques and cardiovascular conditioning
We also offer advanced techniques like:
Why Prehab Matters in Cache Valley
In Cache Valley, active families and individuals deserve every advantage to stay strong and mobile. Whether you live in Wellsville, Logan, North Logan, or Providence, surgery shouldn’t mean putting your life on hold longer than necessary.
That’s why our physical therapists work one-on-one to ensure your body is at its best before surgery. If you’re near our North Logan location or our Providence clinic, we’re here to help you prepare with confidence.
How We Guide You Toward Better Recovery
Our approach to pre-surgical therapy is built around your goals, timeline, and recovery needs. We focus on creating an experience that is personalized and research-driven. Every plan is designed to treat the whole person — not just the condition — by integrating physical, functional, and educational elements.
With the right support and strategies in place, you'll feel more prepared going into surgery and more empowered coming out of it. The goal is always a smoother, faster recovery and a better return to the life you love.
Ready to Take Action?
Surgery may feel out of your control — but how you prepare doesn’t have to be.
Call us at (435) 535-3677 (Providence) or (435) 213-9268 (North Logan) to speak with our team, or book an appointment online today. Let’s get you stronger, faster, and fully prepared.
