PT before surgery

“Prehab” is it Right for YOU? Benefits of PT Before Considering Surgery

“Prehab” is it Right for YOU? Benefits of PT Before Considering Surgery

As research continues to shed light on the benefits of PT for pain, and as a necessity for post-surgical rehab, it is becoming more commonplace for surgeons to prescribe PT BEFORE their patient’s major surgeries as well. Some studies have shown that this step can diminish the need for post-operative care by 30%! This process has been coined Prehabilitation or “Prehab” and the advantages are clear.