What are the benefits of physical therapy after orthopedic surgery?

Physical therapy can help reduce pain, improve mobility, restore function and range of motion, and prevent further injury.

What types of physical therapy exercises are used for orthopedic patients?

Types of physical therapy exercises may include stretching, strengthening, balance training, posture re-education, and gait training.

How often should a patient with an orthopedic condition undergo physical therapy?

The frequency of physical therapy sessions varies depending on the type and severity of the condition; however typically it is recommended to attend 1-2 sessions per week initially and then progress as needed.

How long does a typical physical therapy session last?

Typical physical therapy sessions generally last up to one hour in duration.

Are there any risks associated with undergoing physical therapy after an orthopedic procedure?

Generally speaking, no serious risks are associated with undergoing physical therapy; however some patients may experience temporary soreness or discomfort during or after treatment sessions due to increased activity levels or strain on weakened muscles or joints.

Physical Therapy

Alpine Physical Therapy and Fitness » Services » Physical Therapy

About Alpine Physical Therapy

All the physical therapists at Alpine Physical Therapy and Fitness have achieved the highest level of clinical & academic excellence and are Doctors of Physical Therapy. We use an evidence-based and multimodal approach to address your impairments. This may include any combination of interventions, including: therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, functional movements, injury prevention, and/or modalities tailored for each visit coupled with state-of-the-art equipment for an optimal path to recovery.

Additionally we recognize that Physical Therapy is as much an art as it is a science. We treat every patient as an individual. Our clinical expertise allows us to blend these together to provide you the most comprehensive and effective treatment possible.

We understand that your time is valuable and want to make the most of it when you are in our care, which is why all our sessions are one-on-one with your Physical Therapist. The patient is never passed on to aid or assistant. We always make sure there is time for all your concerns to be heard so that each treatment can be individually tailored to your specific needs.

Ultimately this approach will allow you to reach your goals sooner, whether it’s returning to the sport you love, playing with the grandkids, or waking up without pain.

Common conditions we treat include:

+ Muscle: strains, tears/ruptures, bruises, contusions, contractures, spasms, myositis

+ Tendon: strains, tears, tendinitis

+ Ligament: sprains, tears

+ Joint: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, hypermobility, contractures, subluxation/dislocation, cartilage tears, meniscal tears

+ Nerve: radiculopathy, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, notalgia paresthetica

+ Headaches: cervicogenic, tension, migraines

+ Neck & low back pain: stenosis, radiculopathy, cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc pathology, myofascial pain, instability

+ TMJ disorder: jaw locking, disc derangement

+ Scoliosis

+ Joint replacement rehabilitation: knee, hip, shoulder, ankle

+ Post-op orthopedic rehabilitation: tendon, muscle, ligament & meniscal repairs, rotator cuff repairs, spinal decompressions & fusions

+ Gait & balance disorders

+ Postural deficits

+ Ergonomic assessments

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Call us at (650) 242-0777 or book an appointment online. Your road to full recovery starts here!

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After a major orthopedic surgery at Stanford to repair a ruptured quad tendon, the recovery resulted in the inability to bend my leg and lots of pain. After two sessions a week for several months, I regained full range of motion with no pain. Plus, strength building with Brandan’s guidance has allowed me to resume my normal activities with confidence. Surgery is only part of the solution; professional PT is the rest.

BB, Woodside, CA

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My back and neck have been attached to Brandan Pesa for over five years, and they are both far better for it. He’s a true professional, extremely knowledgeable and informative, and a lot of fun to be with. Very highly recommended

RS, Portola Valley, CA

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Having undergone treatment at six other PT centers in San Diego, I can confidently state that none of them matched the high quality and personalized care I received and I attribute this to the exceptional knowledge, attentiveness, and compassion exhibited by my physical therapist, Allen Kao.

CC, San Diego, CA

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Brandan is a miracle worker!!! I've worked with Brandan for over 3 years for physical therapy after a horrible bicycle accident. Before I saw him I couldn't even turn my head to the side without extreme pain. Now I have a much more manageable function level, and when things get out of balance, Brandan is right there to help me get back on track.

MP, Atherton, CA

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