Post-Operative Rehab in Richmond, VA
Come Back Stronger After Surgery
Post-surgical rehab designed for active adults who want more than just "cleared to return." We help you rebuild strength, regain confidence, and get back to training knowing your body can handle the demands of your sport.
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What Happens When Rehab Falls Short
You Clear PT But Don't Feel Ready
Your surgeon clears you, but deep down you know you're not as strong or confident as you were before. You hold back in training because you don't trust your body yet.
Reinjury Becomes a Real Fear
Every movement feels like a test. You avoid cutting, jumping, or loading the joint fully because you're afraid of undoing all the progress you've made.
Your Timeline Drags On
Generic protocols and shared PT sessions slow your recovery. You're stuck doing the same exercises for weeks without real progression toward your sport.
Post-Op Rehab Built for Serious Athletes
We don't just check boxes on a surgical protocol. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy use advanced testing, progressive loading, and sport-specific training to help you return stronger, faster, and more confident than before.
Protocol-Based, Performance-Driven
We follow your surgeon's timeline but layer in strength training, movement quality, and return-to-sport prep that goes beyond basic rehab.
Objective Testing at Every Phase
Force plates, strength baselines, and movement screens guide every decision so you progress based on data, not guesswork.
One-on-One Every Visit
A full hour with your PT—no splitting time or attention. We track your progress closely and adjust your plan as you hit each milestone.
Sport-Specific Return Phases
Whether you're getting back to running, lifting, throwing, or cutting, we simulate those demands progressively so you're truly ready.
Gabby is a knowledgeable, dedicated, and compassionate therapist. She worked closely with me for 6 weeks, and always knew when to push and when to pull back. I went from barely being able to bend over to tie my shoes due to back pain to moving around freely and lifting weights again thanks to her patient and skilled approach. I'm very grateful for her dedication. Somehow she also makes the PT sessions fun too - highly recommend!
How We Help You Get Back in the Game
Evaluate and Create a Plan
We spend quality time finding the root cause of your pain and create a comprehensive treatment plan to get you moving.
Execute the Plan
Treatment starts on Day 1 with manual therapy, dry needling, blood flow restriction training, and targeted gym work.
Perform + Recover
Get back to your sport, work, and life goals. We'll help you optimize performance and recover when you push it hard.
What Active Adults Are Saying About Physical Therapy at Grit
Serving Active Adults Across Richmond and the West End
We're proud to serve athletes and active adults in Richmond, Tuckahoe, and throughout the West End.
Common Questions About Post-Operative Rehab at Grit
Here are answers to the questions we hear most often from athletes recovering from surgery.
No. Virginia allows direct access to physical therapy, so you can schedule an evaluation without a doctor's referral. We'll coordinate with your physician if needed.
It depends on your injury and goals, but most active adults see significant progress within 6-8 sessions. We'll give you a clear plan during your evaluation.
Not unless absolutely necessary. Our goal is to modify your training so you can stay active while you recover. We work with your schedule and your sport.
You'll pay a flat rate at each session, and we'll provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement. No surprise bills, no pre-authorization delays.
Wear comfortable athletic clothing you can move in. Bring any recent imaging or reports if you have them, and be ready to talk about your training and goals.
Still have questions?
We're here to help. Reach out and we'll walk you through what to expect.