Patient Recovery Hub
Practical guides from ECO Physio on post-operative rehabilitation and wound care. Written by the clinical team to support — not replace — the instructions of your treating surgeon and physiotherapist.
Every guide can be downloaded as a Word document — and PDF where available — to print or save to your phone.
17 guides
Rehabilitation protocols
Procedure-specific, phased recovery plans for the knee, shoulder, elbow, hip and foot & ankle. Phase-by-phase exercises, weight bearing milestones and return-to-activity guidance.
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Wound care plans
What to do — and what to look out for — after shoulder arthroscopy, knee arthroscopy, joint replacement and fracture fixation. Dressings, ice, anti-inflammatories and when to call.
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Every patient is different. If you would like a tailored plan or need to clarify any of these instructions, book an appointment with the East Coast Orthopaedic Physiotherapy team.
General guide only. These resources are intended as a general guide. Please follow the instructions of your treating surgeon and physiotherapist — your individual recovery plan may differ.