Physiotherapy After Hip or Knee Replacement Surgery

Southgate Physio’s Expert Support – In Clinic and at Home

Undergoing a hip or knee replacement can be life-changing, bringing relief from chronic pain and restoring independence. But to achieve the best results from your surgery, rehabilitation is essential. At Southgate Physio, we offer tailored post-operative physiotherapy programmes, both in our North London clinic and through convenient home visits for those in the early stages of recovery.

Why Post-Operative Physiotherapy Matters

Hip and knee replacements are major surgeries. While the procedure addresses the underlying joint problem, physiotherapy is what helps you regain strength, mobility, and confidence.

Without structured rehabilitation, you may experience:

• Ongoing stiffness or reduced range of motion
• Muscle weakness or imbalance
• Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, or returning to everyday activities
• Delayed healing and risk of complications

That’s why early and consistent physiotherapy is crucial.

What to Expect from Physiotherapy After Surgery

At Southgate Physio, we offer evidence-based post-operative care that evolves with your stage of recovery. Our physiotherapists are HCPC-registered and experienced in orthopaedic rehabilitation.

We provide support for patients who have undergone:

• Total hip replacement (THR)
• Total knee replacement (TKR)
• Partial joint replacements or revisions

Our approach includes:

• Pain and swelling management
• Gentle mobility exercises to prevent stiffness
• Strengthening programmes to rebuild key muscle groups
• Gait re-education (learning to walk correctly again)
• Balance and fall-prevention strategies
• Progressive functional training (e.g., stairs, getting in/out of a car)

Home Visit Physiotherapy Services

We understand that in the early stages after surgery, travelling to a clinic can be challenging. That’s why Southgate Physio offers home-based physiotherapy visits for post-surgical patients across Southgate, Hadley Wood, Potters Bar, Palmers Green, Oakwood, Enfield, and surrounding areas.

Our physiotherapists will visit you at home with:

• Portable therapy equipment
• A personalised rehabilitation plan
• Guidance on using mobility aids correctly
• Help with home adaptations and safe movement
• Ongoing encouragement and support

As your strength improves, you can seamlessly transition to in-clinic sessions to continue progressing your recovery.

Why Choose Southgate Physio?

• HCPC-registered physiotherapists experienced in joint replacement rehab
•  Home visits are available throughout North London
•  Individualised treatment plans tailored to your goals and pace
•  Collaboration with your surgeon or consultant as needed
•  Focus on full recovery, not just pain relief

Ready to Begin Your Recovery?

If you’ve had a hip or knee replacement or are preparing for one, Southgate Physio can support you every step of the way. Whether you prefer to start with home visits or come directly to our clinic, we’ll build a programme that helps you recover confidently.

For more information on our services or to book an appointment, please visit our website or contact us directly. If you want to know more, feel free to get in touch with us by calling 0208 3686767 or emailing us at info@southgatephysio.co.uk

Physiotherapy Services We Offer

Our clinic offers a wide range of treatments that are all recommended and tailored to everyone who comes and visits us. Our range of treatments complements the body and mind, helping to keep you pain and injury-free, delivering preventative measures to maintain your well-being and enhance your performance levels.

Our main aim is to restore your personal well-being so you can enjoy an active, healthy, and pain-free life. Click on any of the services to find out a little more about each treatment and understand if it might be right for you.

• Home Visit Physiotherapy
• Sports Injury Rehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal Injuries Treatment
• Pain Management
• Pilates
• Acupuncture
• Shockwave Therapy
• Theraflex
• Pre and Post Operative Rehabilitation
• Elderly Rehabilitation
• Sports Massage
• Online Video Consultation
• Sports Physiotherapy