Post-Surgical Rehabilitation at Home

Supporting recovery after Hip & Knee Surgery

Recovering after surgery can be physically and emotionally challenging, particularly for older adults returning home after a hospital stay. Procedures such as Total Hip Replacement (THR) and Total Knee Replacement (TKR) require structured rehabilitation to restore movement, strength, confidence, and independence.

Our therapist Elizabeth with her client

Our clinicians use evidence-based, post-surgical rehabilitation approaches to support individuals recovering from hip and knee surgery. This approach includes support for total joint replacements and various other orthopaedic procedures. 

We believe effective post-operative rehabilitation goes beyond exercises. It’s about helping people feel safe, supported, and confident as they return to everyday life at home.

Our therapists deliver personalised, in-home rehabilitation to improve mobility, function, and quality of life, while also providing reassurance and guidance to family members and carers.

Our Post-Surgical Rehabilitation services

  • Post-Surgical Physiotherapy at Home
  • Total Hip Replacement (THR) Rehabilitation
  • Total Knee Replacement (TKR) Rehabilitation
  • Early Discharge and Hospital-to-Home Support
  • Strength, Mobility, and Balance Retraining
  • Pain and Swelling Management
  • Family and Carer Education

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    How Post-Surgical Rehabilitation works at Best Physiotherapy

    At Best Physiotherapy, we believe post-surgical rehabilitation should be practical, personalised, and easy to access; especially during the early recovery period when travel to a clinic may be difficult or unsafe.

    Here’s what you can expect when working with us:

    A clinical review of your surgical procedure, hospital discharge information, your goals and a comprehensive plan to ensure you have a safe effective recovery.

    A safety-first evaluation of your home environment to ensure your space supports a risk-free and effective recovery.

    A targeted roadmap of exercises designed to restore range of motion, reduce swelling, and regain muscle strength.

    Hands-on, supervised rehabilitation with guided evidence based post-op movements to ensure correct technique and prevent any surgical complications.

    Training your support team on safe transfer techniques and how to assist with your daily rehabilitation routine.

    Continuous monitoring of your healing. Running through the plan to ensure it is completed in its fullness to optimise your outcome as you hit your strength, range and surgical outcomes.

    Our goal is not just to improve movement after surgery, but to support safe recovery, confidence, and independence in the home environment.

    Areas of Post-Surgical Support

    Post-surgical recovery can affect many aspects of daily life. Our therapists commonly support individuals following hip and knee surgery with:

    • Healing time frames and guidance
    • Reduced strength and mobility
    • Pain, swelling, and stiffness
    • Difficulty walking or standing
    • Transfers (bed, chair, toilet)
    • Stairs and household mobility
    • Balance and falls risk
    • Fatigue and reduced confidence

    By tailoring rehabilitation to the individual’s surgery, recovery stage, and home environment, we aim to support safer movement and better long-term outcomes.

    Referrals, Funding, and Access Options

    Best Physiotherapy is registered to deliver services under Home Care Packages (HCP) and NDIS. We also accept Private Health Insurance where appropriate. All rehabilitation services are delivered via home visits, providing comfort, familiarity, and reduced stress during recovery.

    Call us on 1300 012 378 or email contact@bestphysiotherapy.com.au to get started today.

    Techniques and tools we use

    Our post-surgical rehabilitation is evidence-based, progressive, and focused on everyday function, keeping in line with post surgical timelines.

    Common approaches include:

    • Graduated strengthening and mobility exercises
    • Functional movement retraining
    • Gait and balance re-education
    • Pain and swelling management strategies
    • Education on safe movement and pacing
    • Home safety and equipment advice
    • Collaboration with surgeons, GPs, and care teams

    Prefer to speak to someone?

    You can call us to book your appointment today. We’d be happy to support you or your loved one through recovery at home.

    Call 1300 012 378 or email contact@bestphysiotherapy.com.au to discuss how we can support you.