Physiotherapy After Joint Replacement

What is Joint Replacement?

Joint replacement can improve movement and reduce pain, but rehabilitation is an important part of recovery.

What problems can people face?

After surgery, a person may experience weakness, pain, stiffness, reduced walking, difficulty with stairs, difficulty standing and reduced confidence.

What can happen when it is not addressed?

Reduced movement can contribute to ongoing weakness, reduced mobility and difficulty returning to everyday activities.

How ACP can help

ACP provides individualised rehabilitation based on the person's surgery, medical advice and current abilities. Treatment may include strengthening, walking, mobility, balance, transfers and functional activities.

When should physiotherapy be considered?

Consider physiotherapy following discharge from hospital or rehabilitation, or whenever functional difficulties continue after joint replacement.