Post-Surgical Rehab in Bozeman, MT

Post-Surgical Rehab in Bozeman: Surgeon-Coordinated Recovery, Hands-On Every Visit

Surgery is one decision in a longer recovery — and the rehab that follows often decides how good the long-term result actually is. Post-surgical rehab at Root Therapy and Wellness in Bozeman is delivered by physical and occupational therapists in full 1-on-1 sessions, with surgeon-coordinated post-op protocols, milestone-based progression, and hands-on manual therapy starting at your first visit.

We work with orthopedic surgeons across the Gallatin Valley — and we routinely take over rehab for people who had surgery out of state, obtaining the operative report and continuing the plan seamlessly.

Procedures We Rehab

Leg and hip

• Knee replacement
• Hip replacement
• Hip arthroscopy
• ACL, MCL, and multi-ligament reconstruction
• Meniscus surgery
• Achilles tendon repair
• Ankle ligament surgery
• Knee and ankle fracture repair

Arm and shoulder

• Rotator cuff repair
• Shoulder labrum repair
• Shoulder replacement
• Carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel release
• Wrist fracture repair
• Tendon repairs

Upper-extremity surgeries are where our multidisciplinary model shows: occupational therapists lead rehab for shoulder, elbow, and hand procedures, physical therapists share the shoulder work, and the two coordinate under one roof.

Spine

• Spinal fusion
• Laminectomy and discectomy

Phases of Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

1. Early protective phase — pain and swelling management, scar mobilization, gentle joint work within your precautions, safe early muscle activation, and walking practice with a device if needed.
2. Early strengthening phase — building range of motion, gentle strengthening, movement retraining, and normalizing your walking.
3. Strengthening phase — progressive strengthening, balance work, and reintroducing sport- or activity-specific movement.
4. Return-to-activity phase — sport-specific drills, return-to-activity testing, and discharge planning.

Each phase has measurable milestones — range-of-motion targets, strength benchmarks, and functional tests — so you always know where you are and what’s next.

Why Prehab Matters

People who strengthen before a planned surgery consistently recover faster, regain function sooner, and do better over the long run. When timing allows, we offer structured prehab for procedures like knee and hip replacement, ACL reconstruction, and rotator cuff repair. A few weeks of prehab is often enough to meaningfully change how recovery goes.

Why Patients in Bozeman Choose Root for Post-Surgical Rehab

• Direct surgeon communication — progress reports and proactive outreach for any concerns.
• Milestone-based protocols matched to your surgeon’s preferences.
• Hands-on manual therapy from day one — scar work, joint mobilization, and swelling management.
• Full 1-on-1 sessions — every minute with your therapist.
• Out-of-state surgery follow-up — we coordinate with surgeons anywhere.
• Most insurance accepted, Medicare welcome.

Take the First Step

Whether you’re scheduling a procedure or already recovering, the timing of rehab matters. Request an appointment today — most patients are seen within the same week.