Preparing for physical therapy after surgery starts with understanding your next steps. A conversation with your surgical team and your physical therapist can help you arrive with the right information.
Ask about timing and precautions.
Follow your surgical team’s instructions about when to begin physical therapy. Ask which activities are restricted and bring any written rehabilitation protocol to your first visit.
Bring the information your therapist needs.
Bring your discharge paperwork, referral if required, medication list, and relevant reports. If you had a knee or hip replacement, ACL procedure, or shoulder or ankle surgery, share the procedure details and any follow-up appointments.
Connect recovery to your real life.
Tell your therapist what you want to get back to doing. Everyday tasks, work, and sports can each place different demands on your movement. Your plan should reflect your current abilities and your care team’s guidance.
Keep the next step clear.
Ask what to expect between visits, how progress will be discussed, and who to contact with questions. Your care should follow your individual procedure and progress rather than an assumed recovery timeline.
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