Knee replacement
Getting your knee bending and straightening, building up thigh strength and getting back to walking, stairs and everyday life.
Rehab after surgery
Surgery is only the start. The work you do in the weeks and months afterwards makes a big difference to how well you recover. We guide you through it, step by step.
Recovering well after surgery
After an operation, your muscles weaken quickly and joints can stiffen. A rehabilitation plan that follows your surgeon’s advice helps you regain movement, rebuild strength and get back to the things you want to do.
Working with your surgeon
We follow the instructions and timescales your surgeon or hospital team give you, and get in touch with them if anything doesn’t seem to be going to plan.
A personal approach
Your plan is built around your operation, your fitness before surgery and your goals, whether that’s walking the dog, gardening or getting back to sport.
Measured progress
We measure your movement, strength and balance as you go, comparing your operated side with the other side. Where it helps we use our force plates. See Measured, not guessed.
Operations we commonly help people recover from
We also help with rehab after many other operations, so call us if yours isn’t listed.
Hip replacement
Strengthening your hip and leg muscles, improving your walking and balance, and building your confidence, within your surgeon’s guidance.
ACL and knee surgery
A long, staged rehab after a ligament reconstruction or keyhole knee surgery, with testing before you return to sport. See return to sport.
Shoulder and ankle surgery
Rehab after operations such as rotator cuff repair, shoulder stabilisation or ankle fracture fixation, following your surgeon’s timeline.
Our whole-person approach
Assessment
We go through your operation and your surgeon’s instructions, then check your movement, strength, swelling and walking.
A staged plan
Exercises matched to each stage of healing, with clear goals for the weeks ahead and hands-on treatment where it helps.
Back to your life
As you improve, we build towards the activities that matter to you, and retest to show your progress.
Your first appointment includes a full assessment and your first treatment. Book now to start your recovery.
Questions about rehab after surgery
When should I start rehab after my operation?
Usually as soon as your hospital team says you can, often within the first couple of weeks. Some people also see us before surgery, because being stronger going in can make the early weeks easier.
Do I still need to do the hospital exercises?
Yes. Keep doing the exercises your hospital team gave you unless we agree changes together. We build on them and add to them as you heal.
Can you see me if I’m getting NHS physiotherapy?
Yes. Some people see us alongside NHS physiotherapy for extra support, or after their NHS sessions have finished. We’ll make sure the advice you get fits together.
How long will my rehab take?
It depends on the operation. Many people are doing most everyday things within about three months of a hip or knee replacement, while a return to sport after an ACL reconstruction usually takes nine months or more. We’ll give you an honest idea for your situation.
Where are you, and do I need a GP referral?
We’re at 90 Fore Street in Chudleigh, just off the A38 and a short drive from Newton Abbot, Bovey Tracey, Kingsteignton and Exeter, with convenient parking close by. You don’t need a GP referral, but if you’re claiming on health insurance, check with your insurer first.
When to get urgent help
Get medical help first if you have:
- Chest pain or sudden breathlessness
- A hot, red, swollen or very painful calf
- A wound that is red, hot, leaking or smelly, or a high temperature
- A sudden increase in pain, or your joint suddenly looks out of shape
Chest pain or sudden breathlessness needs a 999 call. For the others, contact your hospital team straight away, or call 111.
Other conditions we treat
Lower back pain
Acute and chronic backache, lumbago and sciatica.
Neck pain & headaches
Neck pain, headaches arising from the neck, migraine prevention and nerve pain.
Shoulder pain
Rotator cuff problems, frozen shoulder and more.
Sports injuries & strains
Muscle strains, sprains and minor sports injuries.
Wrist & hand pain
Wrist sprains, thumb pain and stiff hands.
Strength & balance in later life
Feeling steadier and stronger as you get older.