Post-Operative Physical Therapy
At Ace Physical Therapy and Wellness, we provide specialized Post-Operative Physical Therapy to help patients recover safely and effectively after surgery in Frisco, Texas and Dallas, Texas. Our goal is to restore strength, mobility, and function while minimizing pain and preventing complications.
What Is Post-Operative Physical Therapy?
Post-Operative Physical Therapy is a structured rehabilitation program designed to help patients regain movement, strength, and independence after surgical procedures. Timely and evidence-based therapy can:
Reduce post-surgical pain and swelling
Restore joint mobility and flexibility
Strengthen muscles affected by surgery
Improve functional ability for daily activities and work
Promote faster return to sports or active lifestyles
Conditions Treated with Post-Operative Physical Therapy
Our team treats a wide range of post-surgical conditions, including:
Orthopedic surgeries (knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, elbow)
Rotator cuff repair and shoulder stabilization
ACL reconstruction and other knee procedures
Total joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder)
Spine surgery (lumbar or cervical)
Hand and wrist procedures
Post-surgical rehabilitation after fractures
Evidence-Based Rehabilitation Approach
Our Post-Operative Physical Therapy program combines:
Manual Therapy to restore joint mobility and reduce stiffness
Therapeutic Exercise to rebuild strength, endurance, and motor control
Dry Needling for muscle pain and tightness associated with surgery
Balance and Neuromuscular Training to prevent falls and improve functional recovery
Patient Education to ensure proper movement patterns and home exercise compliance
Why Choose Ace Physical Therapy and Wellness?
Expert Clinicians: Our team has advanced training in orthopedics, manual therapy, dry needling, and post-operative rehabilitation.
Personalized Care: Each post-operative plan is tailored to your surgery type, functional goals, and recovery timeline.
Evidence-Based Protocols: Combining hands-on therapy with targeted exercise programs for optimal outcomes.
Convenient Locations: Serving patients in Frisco, Texas and Dallas, Texas.
Spotlight on Dr. Stephen Fort
Dr. Stephen Fort leads our post-operative rehabilitation program with extensive experience and advanced credentials:
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Texas Tech University (2013)
Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) – 2016
Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) – 2017
Fellowship in Manual Therapy and Orthopedics, The Manual Therapy Institute (2018)
International educator in manual therapy, physical therapy, and dry needling
Dr. Fort’s expertise ensures post-operative patients receive cutting-edge, evidence-based rehabilitation to restore function and return to an active lifestyle.
Take the Next Step Toward Recovery
Surgery is only the first step in your journey to full recovery. With expert Post-Operative Physical Therapy at Ace Physical Therapy and Wellness, you can regain strength, mobility, and confidence.
📍 Contact us today to schedule your Post-Operative Physical Therapy evaluation in Frisco, Texas or Dallas, Texas.