Surgical Rehabilitation

Pre & Post-Surgical
Rehabilitation

The stronger you go into surgery, the stronger you come out.

  • Pre-surgical conditioning
  • Post-op pain & swelling control
  • Milestone-based return to function

Baltimore National Pike  •  (410) 988-5171
Waterloo Road  •  (443) 364-3015

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Why Revive

Why Patients Choose Revive for Surgical Rehab

Surgical rehab is not a passive process. We treat it as a structured clinical program — with clear milestones, surgeon coordination, and outcomes that are tracked, not assumed.

01

Prehab That Measurably Improves Outcomes

Patients who complete pre-surgical conditioning consistently recover faster, experience less post-op pain, and return to function sooner. We build your prehab around your specific procedure and timeline.

02

Coordination With Your Surgical Team

We communicate directly with your surgeon’s office when needed, ensuring your rehab program aligns with their protocol and progresses safely at every stage of recovery.

03

Structured, Progressive Programming

Every session advances you toward the next milestone — not just managing symptoms. You always know what phase you’re in, what comes next, and why.

04

Clearance Based on Criteria, Not Time

Return-to-activity decisions are based on objective strength testing and functional assessments — so you go back when you’re actually ready, not just when the calendar says so.

Hip & Knee

Joint Replacement
Surgery Rehab

Hip and knee replacements are among the most common orthopedic procedures — and the quality of your pre- and post-surgical rehab directly determines how well and how quickly you recover. Our joint replacement program begins before the procedure with targeted strengthening and mobility work, then transitions seamlessly into post-op recovery the moment your surgeon clears you for therapy.

  • Pre-op prehab to reduce post-surgical muscle loss and stiffness
  • Early post-op gait retraining and swelling management
  • Progressive strengthening and return to stairs, driving, and daily activity

Knee & Shoulder

ACL & Ligament
Reconstruction Rehab

Ligament reconstruction — whether ACL, PCL, or rotator cuff — demands a long, structured rehabilitation process to achieve full return to sport or function. We specialize in the entire arc: from pre-surgical optimization through every phase of post-op recovery, using sport-specific progressions and objective testing to determine readiness at each milestone rather than relying on time alone.

  • Pre-surgical strength and range-of-motion optimization
  • Phased post-op protocol: swelling control, mobility, strength, power
  • Return-to-sport testing with objective performance benchmarks

Spine

Spinal Surgery
& Fusion Recovery

Spinal surgeries — including discectomy, laminectomy, and spinal fusion — require careful, stage-appropriate rehabilitation that respects surgical healing timelines while preventing the deconditioning and stiffness that can significantly slow recovery. Our therapists are experienced in spinal post-op protocols and work closely with your surgeon’s guidelines throughout the process.

  • Post-op pain neuroscience education and early mobilization
  • Core stabilization and movement retraining aligned with surgical precautions
  • Progressive return to work, lifting, and daily function

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What patients ask us most before starting a surgical rehab program — answered directly.

Pre-operative (prehab) rehab begins before your surgery with the goal of building strength, improving mobility, and reducing inflammation — so your body goes into the procedure in the best possible condition. Post-operative rehab begins after surgery and focuses on restoring movement, protecting the surgical repair, reducing pain and swelling, and progressively rebuilding strength and function. Both phases are evidence-based and significantly improve overall outcomes.
Ideally, 4–8 weeks before your scheduled procedure. Even two to three weeks of focused pre-surgical conditioning can produce meaningful improvements in post-op recovery speed and pain levels. If your surgery is sooner than that, it’s still worth starting — any prehab is better than none. Contact us as soon as your procedure is scheduled and we’ll build a plan around your timeline.
It depends on your specific procedure and your surgeon’s protocol. For many orthopedic surgeries, PT begins within 1–3 days of the procedure. For spinal surgeries or more complex procedures, we typically wait for surgical clearance — usually 1–4 weeks post-op. We coordinate directly with your surgeon’s office to make sure your rehab timeline is medically appropriate from day one.
Yes — and the research is consistent on this point. Patients who complete pre-surgical conditioning programs experience less post-operative pain, shorter hospital stays, faster return to function, and lower rates of complications than patients who skip prehab. For joint replacement patients in particular, prehab has been shown to significantly reduce the need for inpatient rehabilitation after surgery.
Yes. We routinely communicate with surgical offices to ensure our rehab program stays aligned with your surgeon’s protocol and any post-operative precautions. If your surgeon has specific weight-bearing restrictions, motion limitations, or activity guidelines, we build those directly into your program. You are never caught between conflicting instructions.
Post-surgical rehabilitation is covered by most major insurance plans when medically necessary — which it typically is following orthopedic procedures. Coverage for pre-surgical prehab varies by plan and diagnosis. We work with a wide range of insurers at both locations and can help verify your benefits before your first visit so you know exactly what to expect.

Patient Voices

Recovered Stronger Than Before

From joint replacements to ACL reconstructions to spinal fusions — our patients don’t just recover, they come back with more capability than they expected.

★★★★★
“I had ACL reconstruction and was told recovery would take a full year. Revive’s program was structured, progressive, and completely transparent about every milestone. I was back on the field in eight months — and I felt stronger than before the injury.”
David K.
ACL Reconstruction — Baltimore National Pike
★★★★★
“I started prehab two weeks before my hip replacement because my therapist recommended it. My surgeon was genuinely surprised by how fast I recovered. Starting before the surgery made a difference I didn’t expect — and one I would tell anyone to do.”
Linda M.
Hip Replacement — Waterloo Road
★★★★★
“I was nervous about spinal fusion recovery — I didn’t know what to expect at each stage. Revive walked me through everything, coordinated with my surgeon, and never pushed me faster than I was ready for. That level of communication made all the difference.”
Carol S.
Spinal Fusion — Baltimore National Pike

Start Your Recovery
the Right Way

Whether your surgery is weeks away or already behind you, the right time to begin is now. We’ll build a structured plan around your procedure, your timeline, and your goals.

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Baltimore National Pike  •  (410) 988-5171
Waterloo Road  •  (443) 364-3015