Pre-Surgery Physiotherapy in Solihull
Prepare Your Body for Surgery
Our Solihull physiotherapists help you strengthen, mobilise, and condition your body before surgery – reducing recovery time and improving outcomes.
How Prehabilitation Improves Surgical Recovery
Why Pre-Surgery Physiotherapy Matters
Preparing for surgery isn’t just about medical appointments — it’s about ensuring your body is ready to recover effectively.
Our pre-surgery physiotherapy (prehabilitation) focuses on strengthening key muscles, improving joint mobility, and enhancing circulation to speed up post-operative recovery.
- Build muscle strength to support joints during recovery
- Improve mobility and flexibility before surgery
- Learn safe movement patterns to protect surgical sites
- Reduce complications such as stiffness, swelling, or muscle loss
- Improve confidence and independence ahead of surgery
Conditions & Programmes We Treat
Pre-Surgery Physiotherapy for All Major Operations
Every surgery places unique demands on your body, which is why our pre-surgery physiotherapy plans are tailored specifically to your upcoming procedure and current health.
Whether you’re preparing for a joint replacement, spinal operation, or upper-limb surgery, we’ll help you build the strength, flexibility, and confidence needed for a smoother recovery.
Your programme is carefully adapted to your mobility level, medical history, and the surgeon’s recommendations — ensuring you go into surgery in the best possible condition.
- Pre-Hip Replacement Physiotherapy: Strengthen hip muscles, improve balance and mobility, and prepare for faster post-op recovery.
- Pre-Knee Replacement Physiotherapy: Build quadriceps and leg strength, practise walking aids, and improve range of motion before your procedure.
- Shoulder or Elbow Surgery: Improve upper-limb flexibility and function before immobilisation.
- Spinal or Orthopaedic Surgery: Conditioning programmes to enhance postural control and core stability.
Real Clients, Real Results
What to Expect from Your Pre-Surgery Programme
A Personalised Plan for Optimal Surgical Readiness
Your physiotherapy sessions will be designed around your upcoming surgery, focusing on measurable strength and mobility goals.
Our team assesses your baseline movement and pain levels, then develops a safe, progressive exercise plan that fits your timeline.
- Comprehensive pre-operative assessment
- Tailored home exercise programme
- Breathing and circulation exercises to reduce risk of post-surgery complications
- Education on posture, mobility aids, and recovery expectations
- Guidance for maintaining activity in the lead-up to surgery
Evidence-Based Benefits
Backed by Research: Faster Recovery, Less Pain, Better Outcomes
Studies show that patients who complete pre-surgery physiotherapy experience fewer complications, improved function, and shorter hospital stays.
Prehabilitation can also reduce anxiety and improve your confidence going into surgery — helping you feel physically and mentally prepared.
Ideal for Anyone Preparing for Surgery
Pre-surgery physiotherapy is suitable for anyone due to undergo orthopaedic, spinal, or joint replacement procedures. We adapt every programme to your fitness level and surgical plan.
- Hip or knee replacement patients
- Shoulder, elbow, or wrist surgery candidates
- Spinal, ankle, or foot procedures
- Older adults at risk of deconditioning
- Anyone recovering from injury ahead of planned surgery
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Pre-Surgery Physiotherapy FAQs
When should I start pre-surgery physiotherapy?
Ideally, begin 4–6 weeks before your operation to build strength, mobility and confidence. Even 1–2 weeks of focused prehab can improve post-operative function and make early rehab exercises easier to perform.
Is pre-surgery physiotherapy suitable for older adults?
Yes. We tailor programmes to your current mobility and health, using low-impact strength, balance and breathing work to reduce deconditioning and falls risk. Gentle, progressive sessions also boost confidence ahead of hospital admission.
Do I need a GP or consultant referral?
No referral is required — you can book directly. With your permission, we are happy to liaise with your surgeon or GP so your prehab plan aligns with the surgical procedure and any medical precautions.
What types of surgery benefit most?
Prehab is particularly effective for orthopaedic operations such as hip or knee replacement, meniscus or ACL surgery, shoulder or elbow procedures, and spinal surgery. We focus on the muscles and movement patterns that support your specific operation and early recovery goals.
Where can I learn more about preparing for surgery?
The NHS provides clear guidance on planning for an operation, what to expect, and how to prepare. Read more at
NHS: Preparing for Surgery.