Post Surgery Program in Maple Grove and Vadnais Heights

Personalized Post-Op Physical Therapy Plans for Every Stage.

Our specialized post-surgery program helps you recover safely, effectively, and with confidence. Combining targeted physical therapy, expert pain management, and personalized care plans, we guide you through every phase of healing—helping you regain mobility, restore strength, and return to everyday life faster.

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OUR Total Knee Arthroplasty Approach

Fix It PT’s total knee arthroplasty (TKA) rehabilitation strategy centers on the F.A.S.T. Approach—a stream-lined, patient-centered framework designed to guide recovery efficiently in roughly 6 visits. Instead of forcing aggressive, high-pain range of motion (ROM) techniques, this model aligns physical intervention with natural tissue healing timelines to restore mobility, correct movement patterns, and build functional strength comfortably.

  1. Flexibility & Mobility (Without Pain)

    • Gentle Mechanical Corrections: Re-establishing proper joint alignment and patellofemoral gliding without aggressive force.

    • Tissue-Guided ROM: Range of motion is progressed dynamically as surgical inflammation subsides and soft tissue heals, avoiding the "push through severe pain" mindset that can exacerbate swelling or delay recovery.

  2. Activation & Neuromuscular Re-education

    • Early focus on quadriceps reactivation (specifically overcoming arthrogenic muscle inhibition common post-TKA).

    • Restoring proper gait mechanics early to prevent compensatory limping or hip/lower back overload.

  3. Strength & Functional Progression

    • Appropriate Load Timing: Functional strengthening—such as sit-to-stands, step-ups, and single-leg balance exercises—is introduced and scaled based on tissue readiness and pain-free load tolerance.

    • Emphasizes compound movements that translate directly to daily activities like stair navigation and getting out of chairs.

  4. Targeted Efficiency (6-Visit Framework)

    • Every session is high-yield, focusing heavily on patient education, precise manual techniques, and home exercise progression.

    • Empowers the patient to take ownership of daily rehabilitation between clinical visits, maximizing recovery rate while minimizing unnecessary clinic hours.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Post Surgery Program at Fix It PT in Maple Grove and Vadnais Heights.

  • Most patients begin post-surgical care within a few days to two weeks following surgery, depending on your surgeon's specific discharge protocols and the type of procedure. Early intervention helps control inflammation, maintain joint mobility, and prevent scar tissue buildup. Always follow your surgeon's timeline, and bring your surgical protocols to your first assessment.

  • While direct access laws allow many patients to begin physical therapy without a referral, most surgeons provide specific post-operative protocols that guide your care. Having a referral or surgical prescription ensures your recovery plan is fully coordinated with your surgical team and simplifies health insurance coverage.

  • Your initial appointment focuses on a gentle assessment rather than intense exertion. Your physical therapist will review your medical history and surgeon instructions, inspect your surgical site/incision, evaluate safe mobility and range of motion, and establish a personalized, phase-based recovery roadmap tailored to your goals and pain tolerance.

  • Frequency typically with 2 sessions for the first week transitioning to home exercises as you gain independence. Total program duration is usually 6 visits over about 8 weeks.

  • Your comfort and safety are top priorities. While mild discomfort or muscle soreness is normal as you restore movement, therapy should never cause pain. Our therapists use gentle manual techniques and targeted exercise to manage discomfort and protect healing tissues at every stage.

OUR MISSION

At Fix It Physical Therapy, our mission for the Post-Surgery Program is to guide you seamlessly through every phase of post-operative recovery, addressing the root causes of pain and stiffness so you can rebuild full function, prevent setbacks, and safely return to the activities you love.

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INVEST IN YOURSELF

One-on-one care from a Doctor of Physical Therapy to help you safely navigate every stage of post-operative recovery. Using our structured, science-backed approach, we focus on reducing pain, restoring full range of motion, and rebuilding functional strength—helping you prevent secondary compensations and confidently return to the activities you love.

PT Evaluation : $150

INVEST IN YOUR RECOVERY