Joint Replacement

Types of Joint Replacements

Common Joint Replacements:

Total Hip Arthroplasty(Anterior/Posterior/Lateral)

Total Knee Arthroplasty

Unicompartment Knee Arthroplasty(Partial)

Shoulder Arthroplasty(Traditional/Reverse)


How physical therapy can help

Restore ROM and flexibility of each joint

Improve strength and joint stability through exercise

Address limitations with ADLs(bathing, dressing, cooking, cleaning)

Restore normal walking pattern

Decrease pain and improve quality of life

Help you get back to the activities you love


Ask about our PREHAB program prior to getting your joint replaced

-Helps improve speed of functional recovery following joint replacement

-Improves strength to allow for improved transfers and walking after surgery

-Improves flexibility and ROM of your joint to decrease pain and prepare for surgery

-Provides education on rehab following joint replacement as well as education about equipment needs and household modifications to adequately prepare for the recovery process.