Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
FROM SURGERY TO RECOVERY
Your surgical team performs the critical procedure. Your AriesXpert physiotherapy team guides your daily recovery from day one to unrestricted active living across Canada.
Phased Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
From Surgery to Movement
The orthopaedic surgical team performs the joint replacement procedure. Your AriesXpert physiotherapy team guides the essential multi-month rehabilitation required to rebuild muscle power, restore knee flexion/extension, and return to independent living.
REHABILITATION PHASES (SCRUB TIMELINE)Day 1 – Week 1 Post-Op
Day 1 – Week 1 Post-Op
Hospital Discharge & Early Home Care
Anatomical & Surgical State:New joint implant with acute surgical swelling, incision wound, and quad inhibition.
Phase Movement Target:Achieve 0° extension, 80° flexion, and independent transfer ability.
Physiotherapy Focus & Protocols
Active-assisted knee extension to reach 0° as early as possible
Ankle pumps and gentle heel slides to prevent blood clots
Safe bed-to-chair transfers and walker ambulation
Clinical Precautions during this phase:
- Keep incision clean and dry
- Do not put pillows under the knee joint while sleeping
*Recovery timelines vary by surgeon protocol, individual tissue rate, and consistent physical rehabilitation.