Pre and Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Proactive care first.
Any surgery can feel like a big event and we know your recovery starts long before the operating room. At HomeStretch, our kinesiologist-led pre- and post-operative programs help seniors build strength, improve mobility, and recover confidently at home.
Pre - Operative and Post - Operative Rehabilitation
This Includes…
Collaboration with your healthcare team - we work with your specialists, surgeons, general practitioners or physiotherapists to make sure your recovery is safe and coordinated.
Progress check-ins - mid-program reassessments track measurable improvements in strength, balance, and mobility.
On-going training & support - continuous guidance and safe progression from a kinesiologist, helping you stay confident through every stage of recovery.
Why wait for a fall, a hospital stay, or a crisis?
The best time to start was yesterday.
The second-best time is now.
Customized Exercise Prescription and Program
Based on your operation, injury, or condition
Every recovery looks different - This is why your kinesiologist designs a personalized, at-home rehabilitation plan built specifically for your surgery, injury, or chronic condition.
Our programs focus on rebuilding strength, improving mobility, and reducing pain safely, helping you return to daily activities with confidence.
Each exercise is chosen to match your stage of healing and comfort level, ensuring progress without setbacks. Helping you feel supported every step of the way.
Collaboration with primary Healthcare Team
Seamless recovery through coordinated care
With your consent, we’ll connect with your surgeon, General Practitioner, or physiotherapist to ensure your rehabilitation program is aligned with medical recommendations.
We co-create a program that complements, never conflicts with your prescribed care, ensuring a safe, effective, and coordinated path to recovery.
On-going Training and Support for Lasting Recovery
Recovery isn’t always a straight line, and we’re here for you every step of the way.
We’ll guide you through each exercise, adjust your program as needed, and provide encouragement when things feel tough.
Your progress won’t go unnoticed, we’ll track improvements, adjust strategies, and help you celebrate milestones.
With your consent, we keep family members informed about your progress and recovery so they feel confident and involved in your journey.
Start building strength before surgery day recover with ease knowing the right prep has been done!
What is Prehab?
Prehab, short for pre-habilitation - combines personalized exercise, mobility training, and targeted strength work to prepare your body for the demands of surgery. It’s tailored to your specific procedure, whether it’s a joint replacement, abdominal surgery, heart procedure, or another operation. By building strength and stability before surgery, you recover faster, safer, and with more confidence afterward.
Who is it For?
Prehab is ideal for:
Adults preparing for elective surgery (hip/knee replacement, heart surgery, abdominal surgery, etc.).
Seniors who want to reduce the risk of complications and hospital readmission.
People recovering from injury or living with chronic conditions who want to build a stronger baseline before surgery.
Why it Works
Research shows that prehab can:
Reduce hospital stays by up to 3 days, helping you return home sooner.
Lower the risk of post-surgery complications by up to 50%
Improve mobility and endurance with participants adding an average of 34–43 meters in walking capacity in 6-minute walk tests.
Boost confidence and control, so you feel prepared going into surgery instead of anxious.
The stronger and more prepared you are before surgery, the smoother your recovery will be and the faster you’ll get back to your daily life.
Your Prehab Plan Includes:
Personalized at home exercise prescription tailored to your surgery and medical history.
Coordination with your healthcare team - Surgeon, General Practitioner, and physiotherapist so your rehab aligns with your medical recommendations and you have a fully built and coordinated plan.
Mid-program reassessment to track measurable gains in strength, balance and mobility.
On-going pre and post-op coaching and support to progress safely, prevent setbacks and build confidence long term.