What Are My Child’s Options for Postoperative Therapy?

No parent wants to see their child in pain. Surgery can be a significant event for anyone, especially for growing children. Postoperative therapy can help expedite your child’s recovery process and build confidence for the whole family. Pediatric postoperative physical therapy looks different for every child depending on their condition, and it’s important to note that recovery from surgery varies. However, Peak Physical Therapy’s commitment to care is a top priority. Want to learn more about our pediatric postoperative therapy options for your child? Follow along.

Preoperative Evaluation

Before your child’s surgery, our pediatric physical therapy Braintree MA professional may recommend conducting a preoperative evaluation on your child. Peak Physical Therapy evaluates your child’s motor skills, balance, range of motion, and coordination to develop a plan for your child’s postoperative physical therapy program. Before surgery, our pediatric pt Braintree MA team recommends having your child rest, engage in non-strenuous play and activities, as well as answer questions to any concerns that they may have. Breaking down stigmatizations and fears about surgery is important to their recovery and confidence.

What to Expect Postoperatively

After surgery, it is normal to expect a number of side effects that may seem worrisome at first. These symptoms include, but are not limited to:

• Soreness, pain, and swelling around the surgical incision site
• Throat soreness caused by the tube placed in the windpipe to assist breathing during surgery
• Dizziness
• Thirst
• Constipation
• Nausea and vomiting
• Restlessness

Once your child begins to recover, our pediatric physical therapy Braintree MA team will conduct a postoperative evaluation of your child’s physical condition. This evaluation includes the same components as the preoperative evaluation and compares the postoperative evaluation results to the preoperative evaluation as a baseline. Peak Physical Therapy will work closely with your child’s primary doctor and other health care team members to help the child reach their goals and maximize their independence and confidence.

Beyond working with your child’s doctor and care team, we will work alongside your family to establish treatment goals, follow-ups, and recommendations for prognosis. An important component of pediatric pt Braintree MA is following through at-home physical therapy exercises. We want to empower families to play a role in their child’s rehabilitation program to maximize gains that can be covered in physical therapy.

Peak Physical Therapy | Pediatric PT Braintree MA

At Peak Physical Therapy, our goal is to provide your child with the confidence and resources to maximize their physical therapy gains. Through updated, evidence-based practices, our pediatric pt Braintree MA team can ensure the most up-to-date and effective treatment programs for your child. For more information about our pediatric physical therapy Braintree MA services, contact us or visit our website today!

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