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Recovering from Surgery? Here’s Why Your Rehab Might Be Stuck

October 28, 20251 min read

You did the surgery. You did the rest. Yet your knee or hip still doesn’t feel right. You ask yourself: “Why isn’t this getting better?” Many post-surgical patients hit a plateau because their rehab plan isn’t comprehensive enough. At TheraMove & Diagnostics in Towson, MD, we help you accelerate recovery by combining precise diagnostics with personalized therapy.

Why Generic Rehab May Fail

After surgery, it’s not just about time passing — it’s about movement, strength, and nerve/muscle health. Evidence shows that proper physical therapy after joint replacement or soft-tissue surgery improves mobility and reduces pain. Spine Orthopedic NM+1
If you skip diagnostics or specialized care, you risk lingering weakness, stiffness, or compensation patterns that prolong recovery.

Common Signs Your Rehab Is Stuck

  • Your range of motion is limited even after months of rehab

  • You feel residual pain, instability, or fatigue in the operated area

  • You avoid using the joint because it “just doesn’t feel right”

  • Imaging (X-ray/MRI) looks “okay” but you’re still not back to normal

How to Get Unstuck

  • Ask about diagnostics like musculoskeletal ultrasound or EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies to uncover hidden issues

  • Work with a physical therapist who focuses on the full movement chain: hip, knee, ankle, core

  • Choose a clinic where diagnostics and therapy are under one roof — less waiting, faster progress

  • Ensure your program evolves as you heal: strength, balance, agility, not just “get moving”

Why Towson Residents Choose TheraMove

We’re local and insider-savvy about post-surgical recovery. At TheraMove & Diagnostics, we tailor your plan, monitor progression, and use advanced diagnostics to catch what’s hidden. Whether you’re in Towson, Parkville, or Baltimore County — get back to daily life stronger, sooner.

📍 110 West Rd, Suite 201, Building A, Towson, MD 21204
📞 Reach out today to restart your recovery the right way.

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