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Post-surgery rehabilitation is an essential process for a successful recovery journey. It involves a personalised program to restore strength, mobility, and joint function after surgical procedures.

At Macquarie Physiotherapy, we understand the importance of post operative rehabilitation and are dedicated to providing comprehensive care to help you achieve your optimal recovery goals.

Our expert physiotherapists will work closely with you to create a custom rehabilitation plan that addresses your needs and supports your healing process.

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Team and Expertise

At Macquarie Physiotherapy, our team is led by Rod Millington, Warren Lovell and Shaun Frazer, expert practitioners with over 60 years of combined experience in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. With their mentorship and knowledge passed on to our staff, we ensure the highest standard of care and the best outcomes for our client’s rehabilitation processes.

Post-Surgery Rehabilitation Services

At Macquarie Physiotherapy, we offer a comprehensive range of post-surgery rehabilitation services designed to support your recovery journey. Our experienced physiotherapists will work closely with you to develop a personalised treatment plan that addresses your needs and goals.

Our services include

Physiotherapy: Our skilled physiotherapists utilise various techniques, including manual therapy, to address pain, improve mobility, and restore function.
Pain Management: We offer effective strategies for pain associated with surgery and recovery, including pain education.
Exercise Programs: Our physiotherapists and exercise physiologists will design exercise programs to gradually increase your strength, flexibility, and range of motion.

Depending on your needs, we may offer additional services, such as scar management or return-to-work programs. We aim to help you regain your independence and improve your quality of life after surgery. By combining our expertise with a personalised approach, we can guide you through the entire process with one goal in mind… your recovery.

Suitable for a wide range of Surgery Rehabilitation

Post-surgery rehabilitation is often an overlooked step for a successful recovery following various surgical procedures. Our team of experienced physiotherapists is equipped to provide custom rehabilitation programs for various surgical conditions, including:

Joint Replacement Surgery: For procedures like hip, knee, or shoulder replacement, rehabilitation is essential to regain mobility, strength, and flexibility in the affected joint.
Spinal Surgery: Whether you’ve undergone spinal fusion, laminectomy, or discectomy, rehabilitation can help improve back strength, posture, and overall function.
Orthopaedic Surgery: Rehabilitation is important for procedures like ligament repairs, tendon repairs, and fracture fixations. It helps restore optimal functionality and prevent further complications.
Cardiac Surgery: Post-cardiac surgery rehabilitation focuses on improving your cardiovascular health, supporting overall recovery, and building endurance.
Neurological Surgeries: Rehabilitation for neurological conditions, such as brain surgery, brain tumour removal, or stroke interventions, aims to restore motor skills, cognitive function, and independence.
Abdominal Surgeries: For procedures like hernia repair or gastrointestinal surgery, rehabilitation can help improve core strength and functional abilities.
Cancer Surgeries: Rehabilitation following cancer surgery, such as mastectomy or lymph node removal, can aid in healing, restore physical function, and manage any side effects.
Organ Transplant Surgeries: Post-transplant rehabilitation supports recovery, helps regain strength, and facilitates adjustment to the new organ.

No matter the type of surgery you’ve undergone, our team is dedicated to providing personalised rehabilitation programs to help you achieve your optimal recovery goals. Contact us today, and let’s take the first step towards reaching your recovery goals.

Post-surgery rehabilitation is a vital investment in your long-term health and well-being. It offers numerous benefits that extend beyond physical recovery. Here’s a closer look:

Physical Benefits

Faster Recovery: Our rehabilitation programs accelerate the healing process, allowing you to return to your daily activities sooner.
Pain Management: Using effective pain management techniques to help reduce discomfort and improve overall quality of life.
Improved Mobility and Functionality: Rehabilitation focuses on restoring strength, flexibility, and range of motion, allowing you to perform daily tasks more easily.
Strengthening Muscles and Joints: Targeted rehabilitation exercises help rebuild muscle strength and stabilise joints, preventing future injuries and complications.

Mental and Emotional Benefits

Enhanced Psychological Well-being: Recovering from surgery can be challenging. Rehabilitation provides a supportive environment that boosts your confidence and mental outlook.
Reduced Anxiety and Depression: The progress you make in rehabilitation can help alleviate feelings of anxiety and depression associated with recovery.

Long-Term Advantages

Prevention of Complications: Rehabilitation helps reduce the risk of post-surgical complications, such as blood clots, muscle weakness, and joint stiffness.
Improved Quality of Life: By restoring function and reducing pain, you can return to doing what you love best!
Reduced Risk of Re-Injury: Addressing biomechanical imbalances and weaknesses through rehabilitation can help prevent future injuries and maintain long-term health.

Our Physical Therapist Expertise

We have a proven track record of providing exceptional physiotherapy and exercise physiology care for over 30 years at Macquarie Physiotherapy.

With three convenient locations throughout Lake Macquarie, we’re here to help you with various conditions, from sports injuries to post-surgical rehabilitation.

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Whether you have an injury, you’ve just had surgery or you’re suffering from niggling or chronic pain, our physios can help.

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Other Services:

Massage Therapy

If you suffer from neck, shoulder, back or leg pain, massage can help. We offer therapeutic massage techniques to relieve tight muscles and stiff joints. Our experienced massage therapists also give practical advice and tips on maintaining good musculo-skeletal health.

Exercise Physiologist

An initial assessment records your medical history, gauges activity level & capacity. We design an exercise program based on your goals. Your Exercise Physiologist will run through the program with you, to make sure your technique is correct. You can continue your program at home or in the gym, and we’ll review your progress.

Core Physiotherapy

These physiotherapist-run exercise classes focus on strength and flexibility for good posture and life-long wellness. Including mat work and Pilates-style exercises, we have classes throughout the week at various locations. See times here.

Manual Therapy

Our physiotherapists know when to get hands-on and manually manipulate joints and muscles. Mobilisation helps promote the healing process of the affected soft tissues.

Hydrotherapy

Exercising in water provides buoyancy, support and a feeling of being weightless. You can move more freely as you build strength and flexibility. Hydrotherapy sessions are held at Valentine Pool.

Casting & Splints

Depending on the injury, we may need to stabilise or mobilise tissues or joints for them to heal effectively. We also have vast experience with waterproof casts, custom-made orthotics, taping & bracing.

Dry Needling

Dry needling is used to reduce pain and restore function through the release of myofascial trigger points in muscle.

Rehabilitation Programs

If you’ve suffered an injury or had a surgical procedure, we can design a rehabilitation program to get you back to full strength.

Living Longer Living Stronger Classes

Macquarie Exercise Centre

Tues 11am – Balance & Fall Prevention
Fri 1pm – Strength & Conditioning

$10/class and $85 for Initial Assessment

These 60 minute classes are open to everyone! Give us a call today so that we can book you in for an appointment.

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Core Strength Classes

Gateshead Clinic

Mon 5.30pm, 6.30pm (Men Only)
Wed 10am
Thurs 10am, 4.45pm, 6pm, 7.15pm
Fri 10am

$18/class or 10 for $150

These 60 minute classes focus on core strength and flexibility, including Pilates-style exercises with standing and floor work.

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Stretch and Flexibility Classes

Macquarie Exercise Centre

Tuesday 8.30am

$12/class

These 60 minute classes involve a gentle whole-body stretch in a variety of positions. For anyone wanting to maintain or increase flexibility. Ideal for post-op patients.

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