Post-Surgical Rehab

Question 1

surgical protocols are based on _______

Answer 1

tissue healing times and properties

Question 2

why is having a good understanding of biomechanics, anatomy, surgical procedures and soft tissue important to PTs?

Answer 2

1. provides post-op edu
2. helps with understanding behind surgical precautions/progressions
3. helps with developing comprehensive treatment plans

Question 3

how can a surgical protocol aid in the development of a POC?

Answer 3

surgical protocols can sometimes aid in determining the frequency and duration for a POC

Question 4

what important considerations do we need to keep in mind as it relates to post-op pt edu?

Answer 4

important to provide pt with written resources

edu or rehab progression, contraindications/precautions and HEP are crucial

Question 5

when is an appropriate time to utilize a progress report for a post-op surgical pt?

Answer 5

appropriate to prepare a progress note to send with the pt to surgical follow-up appointments

communicate concerns sooner rather than later

Question 6

T/F: it is appropriate to progress a post-op pt ahead of the established timeframes for a particular phase of a protocol if they are demonstrating good progress in PT w/minimal pain?

Answer 6

FALSE

Question 7

when would it be appropriate to hold a pt back from progressing to the next phase of a post-op protocol?

Answer 7

if the pt is not making appropriate progress or if there are sig reports of pain/swelling, minimal gains in ROM, poor neuromuscular control