Post-fracture physiotherapy aims to restore mobility, strength, and function after a bone has healed. Without proper rehab, patients often face joint stiffness, muscle weakness, or delayed return to normal activity. Early intervention prevents complications and promotes full recovery.
Causes:
1. Fractures from falls, trauma, or osteoporosis
2. Immobilization post-casting or surgery
3. Muscle atrophy due to inactivity
Symptoms:
1. Stiffness in nearby joints
2. Weakness and reduced flexibility
3. Difficulty returning to previous activity levels
Treatment and Rehabilitation:
1. Preventing Complication and Stiffness: Early movement and therapy help avoid joint locking and muscle contracture.
2. Joint Mobilization: Gentle techniques to restore full motion in joints surrounding the fracture site.
3. Stretching (Flexibility Exercises): Improves soft tissue mobility and reduces tightness from immobilization.
4. Strengthening Exercises: Rebuilds muscle power lost during the healing process.
5. Functional Training: Retrains the body to perform everyday tasks like walking, lifting, or climbing.
6. Return to Work Training: Involves task-specific training to help the patient safely resume job duties.
Wecare Physiotherapy is a trusted partner in full recovery after fractures, using a structured and patient-centered approach.