Prehab (Prepare for Surgery)
Surgery is only one part of recovery.
What you do before your operation can make a major difference to how well you recover afterwards — especially for sports surgery and joint replacement procedures.
Prehab is a structured physiotherapy programme designed to improve strength, mobility, and function before surgery, helping you go into your procedure in the best possible condition.
At Physora Physio, we create personalised prehab plans to help you feel more confident, reduce complications, and recover faster.
Who this is for
Prehab is ideal if you are preparing for:
ACL reconstruction
Meniscus surgery
Knee replacement
Hip replacement
Shoulder surgery (rotator cuff, stabilisation, arthroscopy)
Ankle and foot surgery
Sports-related surgery
Any procedure where strength and function matter after surgery
Why prehab matters
Many people think recovery begins after surgery — but recovery begins now.
Prehab can help you:
Improve strength and control before surgery
Reduce pain and stiffness
Improve joint range of motion
Build confidence and reduce fear
Learn the key exercises you will need after surgery
Prepare for walking, stairs, and daily activities
Improve return-to-sport outcomes after sports surgery
What your prehab program includes
Your plan is structured and progressive, focusing on:
Strength and muscle activation
We target the key muscle groups needed for post-op rehab (including glutes, quads, calves, hamstrings, shoulder control and trunk strength).
Mobility and movement quality
We improve joint mobility and movement patterns to reduce compensations and protect the area after surgery.
Balance and control
We build stability and confidence in the joint before the procedure.
Functional preparation
We train movements that matter after surgery — such as sit-to-stand, walking, stairs, lifting, and sport-specific control where appropriate.
Technology-assisted movement screening (when useful)
Depending on your surgery and goals, we may include:
Posture and movement assessment
Squat screening and control testing
Biomechanical analysis
Functional movement screening
This helps us identify strength gaps and movement compensations that can affect recovery.
What you can expect after your first appointment
After your assessment, you will leave with:
A clear prehab plan matched to your surgery date
Exercises you can do safely at home
Guidance on pain, flare-ups and pacing
A progression plan leading into your operation
Start surgery recovery the right way
If you want to feel stronger, more prepared, and more confident before your operation, prehab is one of the smartest steps you can take.
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