How does physical therapy help after surgery?

Dr. Daniel R. Spogen, MD on behalf of Univ. of Nev. School of Medicine, Family Medicine

Family Practitioner

Physical therapy after surgery allows a person to return to normal activity quicker. It helps with function, positioning and pain.

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Patients who’ve had recent surgeries will benefit with physical therapy to help regain function.

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Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is treatment to relieve pain from injury, improve musculoskeletal movement and improve overall fitness. Exercise, stretches, electrical stimulation and massage are some of the therapies used to treat the condition. Learn more from our experts about physical therapy.

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