What Is Prehab – And Why You Shouldn’t Wait for an Injury to See Us

When the majority of people think about physiotherapy, they picture rehabilitation or rehab, the treatment you receive after an injury or surgery. But what if we told you there’s a way to reduce the risk of injury in the first place and improve your recovery before surgery even happens?

Welcome to the world of Prehab.

What is Prehab?

Prehab, or preventative rehabilitation, is a proactive approach to physical health. It involves working with a physiotherapist to strengthen your body, improve mobility, and correct movement patterns before an injury occurs or prior to undergoing surgery.

Consider prehabilitation as training for your body the way athletes train before a competition, not just reacting when something goes wrong, but preparing to prevent problems altogether.

Who Can Benefit From Prehab?

Prehab isn’t just for elite athletes or surgical patients. It’s for:

• Anyone preparing for surgery (for example, joint replacements or ACL repairs)

• People starting a new sport or exercise routine

• Workers in physically demanding jobs

• Seniors wanting to stay mobile and independent

• Weekend warriors striving to stay pain-free

If you’re about to demand more of your body, or it’s already asking more of you, prehab can help you rise to the movement challenges.

Benefits of Prehab

• Injury Prevention: Improve muscle balance, stability, and flexibility to reduce the chance of sprains, strains, and overuse injuries.

• Faster Post-Surgical Recovery: Studies show that patients who participate in a prehabilitation program recover faster and with fewer complications after surgery.

• Improved Strength & Endurance: Build the physical resilience to handle life’s demands without discomfort.

• Increased Confidence: Knowing you’re prepared and strong gives you the peace of mind to move freely and fearlessly.

• Improved Movement Awareness: Learn correct movement patterns before your body compensates poorly.

Why Choose Advanced Physiotherapy for Prehab?

At Advanced Physiotherapy in White Rock, our experienced team creates personalized prehab programs tailored to your goals, whether you're preparing for surgery or simply wanting to move and feel better.

We use advanced assessment tools and hands-on expertise to identify areas of weakness or dysfunction before they become a problem. Our friendly and supportive environment makes every visit a step toward confidence, strength, and long-term health.

Ready to Be Proactive About Your Health?

Don’t wait for pain to take control. Book your Prehab Assessment today at Advanced Physiotherapy. Your future self will thank you.

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