Pre- and Post-Surgical Physiotherapy
Pre- and Post-Surgical Physiotherapy
At London Harley Street Practice, our physiotherapy service supports patients before and after surgery, helping to prepare the body for an operation and support a safe, progressive recovery afterwards. Your rehabilitation programme is tailored to your procedure, current physical ability and individual goals, with the aim of restoring movement, strength, mobility and independence.
Comprehensive Assessment
Your physiotherapist will begin with a detailed assessment of your movement, strength, mobility and functional ability, taking into account your surgery, medical history and recovery goals. This provides the foundation for a personalised rehabilitation programme that can be adapted as your recovery progresses.
Personalised Rehabilitation
Depending on your procedure and stage of recovery, treatment may include:
Scar Management
Following surgery, appropriate scar management techniques may help improve tissue mobility and flexibility and support movement around the affected area.
Exercise Therapy
A progressive exercise programme can help rebuild strength, restore joint movement and improve physical function. Exercises are adapted to your stage of recovery and gradually progressed as appropriate.
Manual Therapy
Where clinically appropriate, hands-on techniques may be used to improve mobility, reduce discomfort and support recovery.
Gait and Mobility Rehabilitation
We can provide guidance on walking technique and the safe use of mobility aids following surgery. Rehabilitation may focus on balance, coordination, strength and gradually returning to independent mobility.
Functional Rehabilitation
Treatment can help you regain confidence with everyday activities such as getting in and out of bed, standing, sitting, walking, using stairs and moving between different positions.
Rebuilding Strength and Confidence
Recovery following surgery can affect both physical ability and confidence. Our physiotherapists provide guidance and encouragement throughout your rehabilitation, helping you progress safely towards your everyday activities and longer-term goals.
Home Rehabilitation and Self-Management
Where appropriate, you will be provided with a personalised home exercise programme and practical advice to help maintain progress between appointments. We focus on helping you understand your rehabilitation and become increasingly independent in managing your recovery.
Collaborative Care
Physiotherapy may form part of a wider programme of post-operative care. Where appropriate, we can work alongside your surgeon, GP, consultant and other healthcare professionals involved in your recovery to ensure your rehabil
Contact Us
Send us your request for an appointment or simply phone us up directly to book your appointment on 0207 127 6563.
FAQs
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Our service is lead by Mrs Dhwani Shah, who has over 20 years of combined experience across both the NHS and private sector,. She brings deep expertise, genuine compassion, and a strong commitment to personalised care.
Our dedicated team consists of highly skilled, HCPC-registered physiotherapists, all of whom are members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Every therapist is DBS-checked and fully insured with professional liability cover—giving you peace of mind that you’re in safe, trusted hands.
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Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession that helps people restore movement, strength and function following injury, illness, surgery or conditions affecting the muscles, joints, nerves and movement system. Treatment is tailored to each patient and may include hands-on therapy, therapeutic exercises, movement and mobility work, rehabilitation programmes and advice on managing pain and preventing further problems.
Physiotherapy can help with a wide range of conditions, including back and neck pain, sports injuries, joint problems, muscle strains, post-surgical recovery, neurological conditions and mobility difficulties. The aim is not only to relieve symptoms, but also to improve movement, build strength and support a return to normal daily activities.
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Physiotherapy can help with a wide range of problems affecting movement and function, including back and neck pain, sports injuries, muscle strains, joint conditions, arthritis, mobility problems and recovery following surgery. It can also support rehabilitation for neurological and other long-term conditions.
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Your physiotherapist will begin with an assessment of your symptoms, movement, strength and function. They will discuss your goals and develop a personalised treatment plan. Treatment may include hands-on therapy, therapeutic exercises, rehabilitation and practical advice.
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No. You can usually book a private physiotherapy appointment directly without a GP or consultant referral. If your physiotherapist identifies a problem that requires further medical assessment, they can advise you accordingly. They can also naturally liaise with our own dedicated medical team to discuss this further with you.
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This depends on your condition, its severity and your individual goals. Some problems may improve after a small number of sessions, while more complex or long-standing conditions may require a longer rehabilitation programme. Your physiotherapist will discuss this with you following your initial assessment.
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Yes. Physiotherapy can help manage persistent pain by addressing movement, strength, flexibility and physical function. A personalised programme can help you become more confident with movement and improve your ability to carry out everyday activities.
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Yes. Physiotherapy can play an important role in recovery following many types of surgery. Rehabilitation may focus on restoring movement, strength, balance and function, while helping you progress safely towards your normal activities.
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Yes. Physiotherapy can help with the assessment and rehabilitation of many sports injuries, including muscle strains, ligament injuries, joint problems and overuse injuries. Treatment can be tailored to your sport and your goals for returning to activity.
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Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows the affected area to be examined and moved is recommended. For lower-limb or sports-related problems, shorts or comfortable sportswear may be particularly useful.
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Some treatments or exercises may cause mild temporary discomfort, particularly when working with a painful or restricted area, but treatment should be appropriate to your condition and tolerance. Your physiotherapist will discuss this with you and adapt treatment as necessary.
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Yes. Physiotherapy can help improve strength, balance, coordination, mobility and confidence with movement. This can be particularly beneficial for people recovering from illness or injury or experiencing age-related changes in mobility.
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Yes. Specialist paediatric physiotherapy can support infants and children with developmental, movement or physical difficulties. Treatment is adapted to the child's age, needs and stage of development.
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Specialist physiotherapy can support people with certain respiratory conditions by working on breathing techniques, exercise tolerance and physical conditioning. Your physiotherapist will assess whether this approach is appropriate for you.
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Your physiotherapist may recommend exercises or activities to continue between appointments. Following your personalised programme can support recovery and help maintain improvements made during treatment.
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Yes we do provide such a service. Experience personalised physiotherapy care in the comfort of your own home. Book a session via the appointments box above.
Home visits are limited to London and are at the discretion of the visiting physiotherapist.
Please phone us to confirm your booking.
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Initial consultation costs £125 and will be 60 minutes in duration.
Follow up consultations can be either 45 minutes for £95 and 30 minutes for £80.
We also offer a block booking follow up approach with a discount of the following percentages:
3-5 sessions at 10% discount
6-10 sessions at 15% discount.
So for example if you booked 4 sessions (30 minutes each), the total without discount = 4 x £80 = £320, plus the 10% discount, the total payable is £320 - £32 = £288
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Yes but this will need to be agreed with by your health insurance company and a guarantee of payment sent to us prior to any treatment or booking.