Post-Surgical Rehab In North Burnaby
Recover with confidence, rebuild your strength and get back to your life
Post-Surgical Rehab
What kind of surgeries?
At Cedar Chiropractic & Physiotherapy in Burnaby, we guide you through every stage of recovery after orthopedic surgery, from the first gentle movements to getting back to work, sport and everyday life. Our experienced physiotherapists follow your surgeon’s protocol and build a plan around your body, your goals and your pace.
POST-SURGICAL REHAB
Joint replacement recovery
Ligament & tendon repairs
Return to everyday activities
What Is Post-Surgical Rehabilitation?
- Manage pain and swelling after surgery
- Restore range of motion and reduce stiffness
- Rebuild strength, balance and endurance
- Protect the surgical repair while it heals
- Return to work, sport and daily activities safely
Had Surgery? Start Your Recovery Today
They will assess your mobility and strength, help you manage pain and swelling, and create a step-by-step rehab program that follows your surgeon’s guidelines and fits your goals.
Common Surgeries We Help You Recover From
We support patients after a wide range of orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries, including:
- Ankle and foot surgery (ankle fractures, ligament reconstruction, bunion surgery)
- Fracture repair with plates, screws or pins
- Hip and knee replacements (total and partial)
- Knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction (ACL, meniscus repair)
- Shoulder surgery (rotator cuff repair, labral repair, shoulder replacement)
- Spine surgery (discectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion)
- Tendon repairs (Achilles, hand and wrist, carpal tunnel release)
Who Can Benefit From Post-Surgical Rehab?
- Active adults and athletes recovering from ligament or tendon repairs
- Older adults recovering from a hip or knee replacement
- Patients preparing for surgery who want to build strength beforehand (prehab)
- People who finished early rehab but still feel weak, stiff or unsteady
- Workers getting ready to return to their job after an operation
Whether your surgery was last week or last year, we tailor your care to where you are in your recovery.
Our Approach To Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
At Cedar Chiropractic & Physiotherapy, our approach combines:
- Thorough assessment: we review your surgery, your surgeon’s protocol and your goals, and measure your range of motion and strength
- Pain and swelling management: hands-on techniques and guidance to keep you comfortable as you heal
- Manual therapy: to reduce stiffness, improve joint mobility and care for scar tissue
- Progressive exercise programs: from early mobility to strength, balance and function, sent to you so you can keep it up at home
- Return-to-activity planning: clear milestones for getting back to work, sport and the things you enjoy
Why Choose Cedar For Post-Surgical Rehab In Burnaby?
- Conveniently located on Hastings St in North Burnaby
- Experienced physiotherapists who work with post-operative patients every week
- Saturday appointments and Thursday hours until 7pm
- Integrated care: access to physiotherapy, kinesiology, pilates, chiropractic and acupuncture in one location
- Direct billing to most extended health plans, plus ICBC and WorkSafeBC claims
We are proud to help our Burnaby neighbours get back to walking, working, playing and living well after surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Post-Surgical Rehab
When should I start physiotherapy after surgery?
Do I need a referral to see a physiotherapist?
Will you follow my surgeon's rehab protocol?
How long does post-surgical rehab take?
Is post-surgical physiotherapy covered by insurance?
Patient Review
EmmaPost knee-replacement surgery physiotherapy is extremely important. Marcela was so knowledgeable regarding the build up of exercises as the weeks went by. Will definitely see her after my next surgery. 🙂
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Had Surgery? Start Your Recovery Today
They will assess your mobility and strength, help you manage pain and swelling, and create a step-by-step rehab program that follows your surgeon’s guidelines and fits your goals.
Serving Burnaby, Metrotown, South Slope, and surrounding areas.
