Dr. Vaishali Suri (P.T.)
What Is Prehabilitation?
Prehabilitation is the process of improving physical function before planned surgery to optimise post-surgical recovery. A stronger, fitter patient entering surgery recovers more quickly and achieves better functional outcomes than a deconditioned patient.
Evidence for Prehab
For total knee replacement: prehab reduces hospital length of stay and speeds functional recovery. For hip replacement: prehab reduces need for intensive post-discharge rehabilitation. For spinal surgery: prehab improves post-surgical pain scores and functional outcomes.
Knee Replacement Prehab
Quadriceps strengthening is the most important intervention. We begin strengthening from the day surgery is confirmed. Also: range of motion exercises, straight-leg raises, and education about post-surgical precautions.
Prehabilitation in Faridabad
At Realign Rehab Clinic, NIT-5, Faridabad, we provide structured prehabilitation programmes for patients awaiting orthopaedic and cardiac surgery. Book your prehab assessment today.