The Secret to Successful Pre-Surgical Physical Therapy

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I received great care for my shoulder here. The staff was extremely kind and welcoming!
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Dr. Maribel and Jordan were great at explaining and making me comfortable. The laser was great and helped me relax. It is a good environment, I’d definitely recommend this place!
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Dr. Maribel she did a wonderful job working on me my first day coming here my pain dropped a lot getting helped from her. I was at 8 pain level and it dropped to a 2 she did some needle work on my lower back Area it felt really good So I recommend it if you have lower back pain and also she used tape on my lower back it feels really good. Overall I highly recommended her Dr. Maribel 10 out of 10 my first day coming in I felt really comfortable getting helped here in this area
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I have been coming to physical therapy since June. Dr. Maribel is wonderful, caring & has helped me a lot with my pelvic therapy. Jordan is the best! She’s very personable, kind , and always smiling! Love them. ❀️❀️
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I'm about six weeks post major surgery for a condition called Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. It's basically nerve crush due to whip-lash, repetitive stress etc. I'm feeling very lucky that I have Dr. Maribel and Chesterton Physical Therapy helping me with my recovery. Mine is a long road back and their team has been helping me every step of the way. E-stim, laser, ultrasound, heat/ice, and dry-needling have all been used to help my muscles calm down and respond to treatment. The exercises they've implemented for me thus far are creative and perfectly matched to where I am in my recovery. The team is incredible - Alex, Adam, Neal, Jordan, Lucy, Sir John etc. - everyone is friendly, caring and genuinely wants to help you. Dr. Maribel oversees it all and designs customized treatment plans to get you where you need to go. She runs a tight ship and has hired a great staff. I have many sessions more to go and look forward to each one. Highly recommend!
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Jacob, Dr Maribel, Adam is really outstanding. They will push you to work harder. Highly recommend CPT!!!
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Dr. Maribel and Jordan are fantastic :) thank you so much for your help!
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All of the staff is very welcoming, they are like a big family and care for both the staff and patients. I see Dr. Maribel, she really tries to pinpoint what you need help with by asking many questions, which if you’re very anxious like me and don’t know how to talk to people helps tremendously.
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All personal very friendly and professional, a great place for physical therapy, Dr Maribel Bacalan very nice, and tech Miss Jordan very helpful and friendly and john friendly
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My experience with Dr. Neil and the whole team was great. Everyone I met was very friendly and supportive! Overall great experience and helped alleviate my pain tremendously!
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Got a Surgery Coming Up? Book Ahead With Your PT

Do you have surgery planned soon? It’s natural to be concerned about how well the surgery is going or how long the recovery will take. The prospect of surgery can be both intimidating and frightening.

Many people participate in post-operative physical therapy exercises as part of their treatment plan, which is undeniably helpful to the healing process. However, completing the pre-surgical recovery plan has several benefits!

Fortunately, at Chesterton Physical Therapy we can help you put your mind at ease.Β Contact us to learn more about how you can benefit from pre-surgical physical therapy!

How does pre-hab help you recover?

Surgery can have a crippling effect on the body, so it is typically performed only when no other options are available.Β 

According to the National Institutes of Health, participating in pre-surgical exercise therapy will improve your postoperative outcomes and shorten your recovery period.Β 

Pre-hab exercises are designed to improve the range of motion and movement habits before and after surgery.

Pre-hab aids in the preparation of the body for surgery by increasing intensity and facilitating pain relief before surgery.

By cultivating an overall sense of well-being, you can also emotionally schedule, ensuring that you are doing everything possible to ensure the best results.

When you are as strong, flexible, and healthy as you can be after surgery, you will be able to regain normal function much more quickly.

By consulting with one of our Dunes Plaza, Willowcreek Rd, and Sand Creek physical therapists, you can find out what treatment plan is best for you to achieve optimum results.

6 reasons to choose physical therapy before surgery

Starting a pre-hab program means that you will be able to establish a positive training routine that you will already be used to before your surgery and that you can also partake in during recovery for a better outcome. Here are sixΒ 

1. It decreases your risk of developing complications

Physical therapy methods (particularly those that include exercise programs) can aid in the improvement of your strength and endurance.

As a result, the overall immunity will increase, making the chance of infection after surgery much less likely.Β 

2. Improving the overall outcome of surgery

The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) states that pre-hab can improve the overall outcomes of surgery, and can even help in saving money if everything goes smoothly. The stronger you are before the surgery, the more likely the surgery will be successful.

3. It decreases recovery time.

Having strong and toned muscles before surgery helps you get back to your routine much quicker. Your recovery should go much smoother than it would without physical therapy treatment if you choose to complete a pre-hab program before your surgery.

4. It relieves your pain from the start.

No matter what your surgery might be for, through pre-hab, our physical therapist may help reduce your existing discomfort, as well as decrease the chances of you being in serious pain after your operation.

A variety of techniques, like exercise, massage, or ice and heat treatments, may be utilized to help ease or eliminate your pain.

5. It improves your stamina

Whatever surgery a person has to have, they almost always experience a lack of strength and control over their bodies and energy levels afterward.

Pre-hab, on the other hand, can help to minimize how much power is wasted by increasing a person’s flexibility before the surgery. Physical exercise before surgery will improve general stamina and make the surgery much easier.

6. You may avoid surgery altogether

You read that right! There is a chance that your pre-hab treatments work so well in improving your pain and overall condition, that it may be possible to avoid surgery altogether.

Some patients found that their pre-surgical therapy treatments did wonders, and were sufficient enough in reducing their pain that they canceled their procedure.

If your condition begins to improve considerably after starting physical therapy, you’ll want to consult with your physician regarding future treatment options and the possibility of avoiding surgery!

Let us help you prepare for your surgery!

It’s no secret that preparing for an operation can be stressful, but a pre-hab program might be able to provide you with some relief.

Many surgical patients have benefited from pre-surgical recovery, and it could be a good match for you as well!

We are committed to providing you with the best care services available atΒ our Dunes Plaza, Willowcreek Rd, and Sand Creek physical therapy clinic.

It is important to get started as soon as possible for the best results. If you’re planning to have surgery soon, pleaseΒ contact one of our qualified team members today.

Schedule an appointment with Chesterton Physical Therapy today to prepare for an easier procedure and recovery period.

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