| The Prehab Method |
Prehab-Smart RehabOn the cutting edge of knowledge about physical well-being is an emerging health trend called Prehab. It looks beyond the benefits of plain exercise or basic ergonomics and enters a new dimension of physical wellness by actually preventing injuries. A single injury can stay with a person for an entire lifetime, even with careful rehabilitation. Prehab is a proven, common sense technique to thoughtfully prevent injuries before they happen. Preventing injuries decrease healthcare costs, and can improve the quality of life for many Americans. Experienced and respected physical therapists have helped develop this groundbreaking method through years of practice to address potential injuries that may occur in any aspect of life, from sports training to recreation to daily living and further encourage improved health for an individual’s entire life.How does it work?Prehab combines techniques of physical therapy with concepts of injury prevention, and knowledgeable guidance. In a full prehab consultation, an individual is given a personal assessment which takes into account personal medical history, current and past injury, daily activities, and life goals. For each activity of daily life as well as sports and recreational activities, common injuries are explored in connection to the individual’s unique physical strengths and weaknesses. After the complete assessment, a handful of the most at-risk injuries will be discussed – and simple, effective plan will be formulated and fully explained.ProfessionalWith such individualized guidance from experienced prehab specialists, injuries from sports, work, recreation, and daily living can be prevented. Prehab allows people to focus on the most important exercises for their unique lifestyle, which results in more effective, and less burdensome exercise – and more effective results.Different
Prehab is different than fitness, personal training, or general wellness programs because it incorporates aspects and precautions of pre-existing pathology that plays an important role in an individual's recovery or prevention process. A Prehab program uncovers and prevents unforeseen roadblocks to long-term fitness and health. With emphasis on stabilization, equilibrium, and optimization, patients can achieve a higher state of awareness and participation in their well being.
Pre-surgeryPrehab is also useful in the cases when surgery is necessary. A pre-surgery Prehab program will reduce painful rehabilitation time and improve the overall outcomes by conditioning the individual to the optimal level before surgery. Avoiding weakness and atrophy, typical of long periods of immobility while waiting for the surgery, the patient may improve the chances of faster recovery post surgery. See studies on Research. |