Surgical Optimisation

Pre-surgical prehabilitation

Get ready for surgery and recover fast

Be stronger for surgery.  If you are awaiting surgery, come and see us for expert guidance. Our pre-surgical programmes will help you recover faster after surgery.  Prehabilitation is a pro-active approach to the run up to surgery. A pre-surgical physio assessment can identify specific muscle weakness that can be targeted with precision treatment empowering you to feel in control, stronger and reduce potential setbacks. 

Post-surgical rehabilitation

Feel in control and confident

Recover rapidly after surgery with our rehabilitation programmes.  Our tailored rehab programmes are designed to restore movement and confidence, reduce pain and prevent complications ensuring you heal properly and return to the important activities in your life. Whether you are recovering from orthopaedic surgery, joint replacement, arthroscopy or a sports related procedure, our expert help will guide you through a structured, evidence-based plan to optimise your recovery.  Take control of your rehab and return to doing what you love.

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Hip

Prehabilitation prior to hip replacement surgery

Waiting for a hip replacement?  Prehabilitation is a pro-active approach to the run up to surgery. Physiotherapy can help to control your hip symptoms.  A pre-surgical physio assessment prior to surgery can identify specific muscle weakness and deficits that can be targeted with precision treatment empowering you to feel in control, stronger and ahead of potential setbacks.

If you are awaiting hip surgery, come and see us for expert guidance and optimisation. 

Rehabilitation post total hip replacement (THR)

Do you need help recovering from your THR?  Recover rapidly after surgery with our experienced help. Our rehab is carefully designed to restore movement and confidence, reduce pain and prevent complications ensuring you heal properly and return to the important activities in your life. 

Rehabilitation post hip athroscopy

Whether you have undergone a hip arthroscopy or a soft tissue procedure to the hip such as a psoas release, gluteal tendon repair, our expert physio will guide you through a structured, evidence-based plan to optimise your recovery.  We specialise in young adults with hip problems and have the experience to make your recovery structured, and stress free.  We will help you return to strong, natural and carefree movement as well prevent complications such as adhesions.

Take control of your rehab and return to the activities and sports you love with experienced and professional support every step of the way.

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Knee

Recovery after total knee replacement (TKR)

Are you recovering from a total knee replacement?  At Vitalis, we offer expert physiotherapy for TKR recovery to help you re-gain strength, mobility and confidence in your knee.  Our tailored rehab programmes focus on reducing pain, improving flexibility and restoring function through hands on therapy, targeted exercises and progressive strengthening.  Whether you are in the early stages of recovery or looking to enhance long term movement, our experienced approach will guide you every step of the way. 

Recovery after knee arthroscopy or ACL reconstruction

Recovering from ACL reconstruction can feel like a long road, but having the right physiotherapy can make all the difference.  At Vitalis, we create bespoke expert led ACL rehab programmes designed to regain strength, stability and confidence in your knee. Whether you are a weekend warrior or simply want to be pain free again, our approach will speed up recovery and help prevent re-injury. 

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Feel stronger, take control

  • What Our Patients Say

    ‘I cannot thank Emma-Jane enough for her professional care. I have been suffering from a persistent sciatic nerve injury and had almost lost hope until I discovered Emma-Jane’s unique approach to treatment. By combining hands on treatment, exercise, dry needling and advice, she alleviated pain and restored my mobility. The professionalism, compassion and attention to detail she demonstrated throughout my treatment were phenomenal. I am extremely happy with the results and highly recommend her services to anyone in need of expert physiotherapy care.’

    Charlie, Whitchurch

  • What our Colleagues Say

    'As a ConsultantSports Physician working closely with athletes of all levels, I have high standards when referring patients for physiotherapy.  Emma-Jane's clinical expertise in musculoskeletal assessment and rehab is exceptional.  What truly sets her apart is her ability to blend evidence-based practice with a supportive compassionate approach and excellent communication.’

    Dr Rhodri Martin, Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine
    Team Doctor, Men’s National Team Football Association of Wales
    Lead Doctor, Welsh Institute of Sport 

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