What to Really Expect After Surgery: A Physical Therapist’s Perspective

Surgery is just the first step. Recovery is where the real work happens.In this episode, Dr. Chelsea Smith is joined by Physical Therapy Assistant Simon Ibrahim to discuss what patients can truly expect after surgery. Drawing on over two decades of clinical experience, Simon shares insights on post-op rehab for total knee replacements, ACLs, and shoulder/rotator cuff surgeries—including common misconceptions, realistic timelines, and why good rehab should challenge you—but not traumatize you.If you’re facing surgery or navigating recovery, this conversation will help you understand the process, avoid common pitfalls, and move forward with confidence.Connect with HiFLEX Health & PerformanceWebsite: https://www.hiflexhealth.comBlog: https://www.hiflexhealth.com/blogEmail: [email protected] the Blog Post from This Episodehttps://www.hiflexhealth.com/blog/what-to-really-expect-after-surgery