Post-Op Rehab · Liverpool City Centre

Post-Operative Physiotherapy Liverpool

Surgery is only half the journey. Structured post-operative rehab is what turns a successful operation into a full recovery, getting you back to strength, movement, and the life you had before.

Rehab for all major orthopaedic surgeries
Specialist physiotherapists and sports therapists
Appointments 8am to 8pm

£75 new patient post-op assessment

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Recovery does not end when you leave hospital

A good surgical result can still be let down by poor rehab. After an operation the joint is stiff, the muscles around it have weakened, and movement feels uncertain. Without a structured plan, people often plateau, lose confidence, or develop new compensations that cause problems later.

We work alongside your surgeon's protocol to guide you safely through every phase, from protecting the repair early on to rebuilding full strength and returning to sport, work, and daily life.

Reduce pain and swelling in the early phase
Restore movement and range safely within surgical guidelines
Rebuild strength in muscles that weaken fast after surgery
Return to sport, work, and life with confidence, not guesswork

Meet your specialists

Treated by named, HCPC-registered physiotherapists

Your post-operative rehabilitation is led by named, HCPC-registered specialist physiotherapists. We handle the full range of upper and lower limb surgeries, working to your surgeon's protocol from day one.

Lower limb, hip and back

Lucy Byott

HCPC registered · PH144909

Lucy is a Specialist Physiotherapist focusing on the knee, hip, pelvis, and lower back, including post-surgical rehabilitation.

Upper limb, foot and ankle

Arek Rogozinski

HCPC registered · PH147555

Arek is a Specialist Physiotherapist focusing on the shoulder, elbow, wrist, foot, and ankle, including post-surgical rehabilitation.

What we rehab

Surgeries we rehabilitate

We provide structured rehabilitation after all major orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeries, including:

Knee replacement (TKR and partial)

Regain range, strength, and confident walking after total or partial knee replacement.

Hip replacement

Restore mobility and strength while respecting hip precautions and your surgeon's protocol.

ACL and ligament reconstruction

Stage-by-stage rehab through to a safe, tested return to sport.

Knee arthroscopy and meniscus surgery

Rebuild strength and movement after keyhole knee procedures.

Shoulder surgery

Rotator cuff repair, stabilisation, and decompression rehab, respecting healing timeframes.

Achilles and tendon repair

Progressive loading to restore tendon strength after rupture or repair.

Foot and ankle surgery

Restore movement, balance, and strength after bunion, fusion, or fracture surgery.

Spinal surgery

Guided rehab to rebuild movement and core strength after back surgery.

Our approach

How post-operative rehab works

Phase 1: protect and settle

In the early phase we control pain and swelling, protect the surgical repair, and start gentle movement strictly within your surgeon's guidelines. The goal is to calm the joint and begin restoring range without compromising healing.

Phase 2: restore movement and control

As healing allows, we progress range of motion, reactivate the muscles that switch off after surgery, and rebuild basic control and confidence in everyday movements like walking, stairs, and reaching.

Phase 3: rebuild strength

We load progressively to rebuild strength that is lost fast after surgery, correcting compensations and imbalances so the whole limb works properly, not just the operated joint.

Phase 4: return to sport, work, and life

For those returning to sport or physical work, we add sport and task-specific training, agility, and testing to make sure you are genuinely ready, reducing the risk of re-injury.

Working with your surgeon

We follow your surgeon's protocol and timeframes closely, and can liaise where needed. If you do not have a protocol, we work from best-practice guidelines for your specific procedure.

Who this is for

Anyone recovering from orthopaedic or soft tissue surgery who wants a structured, progressive plan rather than a generic exercise sheet, whether you are weeks post-op or stuck on a plateau months later.

Our therapists

Questions? We have got answers

When should I start physiotherapy after surgery?

It depends on the procedure. Some rehab starts within days, guided by your surgeon's protocol, while others begin after a protected healing period. Booking early means we can plan your rehab around the right timeframes from the start.

Do you follow my surgeon's protocol?

Yes. We work to your surgeon's specific protocol and timeframes. If you do not have one, we follow established best-practice guidelines for your procedure.

Which surgeries do you rehabilitate?

All major orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeries, including knee and hip replacements, ACL and ligament reconstruction, shoulder surgery, Achilles and tendon repairs, foot and ankle surgery, and spinal surgery.

Do I need a referral?

No referral needed. You can book directly as a self-paying patient. We also accept Simplyhealth and Medicash cash plans.

It has been months since my surgery and I am stuck. Can you still help?

Yes. Many people plateau after the initial NHS or hospital physio ends. A structured, progressive programme can often restore strength and movement that has stalled, even well after surgery.

What are your prices?

A new patient post-op assessment is £75 for 45 minutes, including a full assessment, hands-on treatment, and a clear plan.

Related services and pages

Post-op rehab connects to specific joints and recovery services. These pages may help:

ACL rehab Knee pain physio Hip pain physio Shoulder pain physio Sports physiotherapy Clinical pilates

Make your surgery count

Give your operation the rehab it deserves. Book a post-op assessment and get a structured plan from a Liverpool specialist.

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