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How long does post-op recovery take?
Many people walk out of the hospital thinking:
“Now that the surgery is done, I’ll just rest and get better, right?”
The answer? No!
Surgery is just the beginning.
Whether it’s a knee replacement, hip replacement, spinal surgery, C-section, or shoulder repair, the healing process after surgery is just as important as the operation itself.
And yet this is where most people get confused or feel stuck.
So let’s break down some of the most common questions I hear every week from my clients.
How long does post-op recovery take?
Everyone wants a magic number.
“Will I be better in 4 to 6 weeks?”
I wish I could say yes but the truth is, recovery isn’t one size fits all.
It depends on:
- The type of surgery
- Your age and overall health
- Whether or not you follow a proper rehab plan
- And honestly… your mindset
For example:
ACL surgery often needs around 6 to 9 months of structured rehab.
But we’ve had patients return to sport in just 4 months, well ahead of the guidelines.
How?
Because they focused not just on exercises, but also on:
- Nutrition
- Sleep
- Stress levels
- And of course, getting the right rehab at the right time
Recovery is a full body, full life process.
🧑⚕️ Do I really need physiotherapy after surgery?
YES. YES. YES.
This is one of the most common questions I get and my answer never changes:
“Your surgeon fixed the problem.
Now it’s your turn to bring your body back to function.”
A proper post-op rehab program helps you:
- Rebuild strength and mobility
- Prevent scar tissue from causing tightness
- Get back to your daily life, sports, or work faster and safer
- Learn to move the right way to avoid future injury
- Lower stress with the right support and care
- Improve healing with advice on nutrition, sleep, and pacing
Post surgery healing doesn’t mean lying in bed and waiting for the pain to go away.
It means rebuilding from the inside out with guidance.
And at Physio First Phuket, you don’t have to do it alone.
Half a Year of Giving Back
It’s been six months since we began this journey, and our purpose has remained the same:
to give back to the community around our clinic.
We feel incredibly lucky to know Khun Aor, who has been deeply involved in charity work across Phuket, especially in this area. Her heart for helping others has made a lasting impact, and we’re proud to walk alongside her and Bumrungrad Hospital in this mission.
To all our amazing clients, thank you for your continued support.
Because of you, we’re able to reach and support even more people in our local community.
Over the past few months, I’ve had the opportunity to teach more than 100 people. I know not everyone will take action—but even if just 10% do, that’s enough to create real change. And the truth is, some already have. They’ve shown up, done the work, and felt the difference.
That’s what brings me the greatest joy, knowing I’ve helped someone improve their life.
This is why we do what we do.
And with your support, we’ll keep going—together.
— Physio First Phuket & TCM
