Austin Physical Therapy

You should typically start physical therapy within a few days to a few weeks after surgery, depending on your operation and doctor’s recommendation.
Starting PT at the right time is essential to help you regain strength, prevent stiffness, and support proper healing. For example, joint replacement patients often begin therapy within 48-72 hours, while other procedures may require more rest before starting movement.
Our post-surgery physical therapists will work closely with you and your surgeon to determine the best timeline and create a recovery plan that helps you rebuild strength and mobility safely. We’ll lead you through each stage of recovery and help you get back to your daily activities with confidence and strength.

You should see a doctor if your pain is severe, your swelling doesn’t improve after a few days, or you can’t put weight on the injured area.

While minor sports injuries may heal with rest, more serious symptoms—like sharp pain, visible deformity, or persistent discomfort—are signs that you need medical attention. Early evaluation can help rule out fractures or ligament tears and prevent long-term damage.

Whether you’ve already seen a doctor or need help figuring out your next steps, our Texas physical therapists work closely with athletes and active individuals to streamline recovery and sustain strength long-term. As your injury heals, our services don’t stop; we are happy to help design a personalized program to help you avoid future injuries and safely return to your sport.

Physical therapy can help strengthen the muscles around a torn ACL, but a complete tear will typically always require surgery.

For partial tears or less severe injuries, physical therapy can sometimes help you avoid surgery by improving knee stability and strength. If surgery is needed, PT is a critical part of both pre- and post-surgical recovery, helping you regain full function and protect your knee from future injuries.

At Austin Physical Therapy, we build individualized programs to support your specific goals, whether that’s returning to your favorite sport or simply staying active without pain. We focus on restoring strength, balance, and proper movement to keep you feeling strong and supported post-injury and post-surgery.

Gentle stretches, posture exercises, and strengthening the muscles around your neck and shoulders are some of the most effective ways to reduce head and neck pain.

Many cases of discomfort stem from poor posture, muscle tension, or repetitive strain from daily activities like computer work or driving. Exercises like chin tucks, upper trapezius stretches, and shoulder blade squeezes can relieve tension and improve alignment.

When you visit our head and neck injury specialists at Austin Physical Therapy, we’ll assess your movement patterns and create a customized plan to address the root cause of your pain. We also provide hands-on treatments and ergonomic advice to help you feel better throughout your day.