Non-Surgical Orthopedics

POST-OP REHAB

Serving the greater Phoenix Valley Area Including Phoenix, Queen Creek & Beyond

Dedicated to Medical Excellence for Over 15 Years.

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OVERVIEW

ABOUT POST-OP REHAB

Surgery fixes the issue. It does not fix the “now what?” You get home, and the questions start. Is this swelling normal? Why do I feel stiff after a short sit? Why does a quick trip to the store knock me out? A lot of people end up doing tiny tests all day. Walk a little. Wait. Check the joint. Worry. Post-op rehab takes that guessing out of it. At Modern Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine of Gilbert, AZ, we work on swelling, safe motion, and rebuilding strength so you can move without bracing for every step. We also watch the subtle stuff people don’t notice until it becomes a problem, like shifting weight to the other side, taking a shorter stride, turning the foot out, gripping the stomach, or holding the breath when standing up. Those habits can calm fear in the moment. They can also light up your back, hips, or neck a few weeks later.

BOOKING APPOINTMENTS

Use our simple contact form or call the office. We’ll contact you to set a time and tell you what to bring, like post-op paperwork, your brace or sling, and any restrictions your surgeon gave you.

Call 480-306-6627 to Schedule Now!

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Early on, we usually check in more often because swelling and stiffness can change fast. Once your motion steadies and the home plan feels doable, visits tend to spread out.

DIAGNOSE

EXAM & IMAGING

We start with your surgeon’s restrictions and your current symptoms. Then we look at swelling, motion, muscle control, and basics like walking, stairs, and getting up from a chair.

TREATMENTS

CUSTOM TREATMENT PROGRAM

We keep the early work simple and specific. Gentle motion, light strengthening, and coaching for the things you actually do at home, stairs, car transfers, and sleep positions. As the protocol opens up, we build strength and control so you stop relying on workarounds.

FOLLOW UP

WE CALL TO CHECK IN

We care about what happens later, not just what happens in the visit. If you swell up after errands or a longer drive, we adjust pacing and tweak the home plan so you don’t keep repeating the same flare.

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Customer Reviews

Testimonials for
The MODERN Approach

At MODERN, we take tremendous pride in making our customers happy above and beyond their expectations. We invite you to read what a few of our customers have to say about their MODERN experience.

450+

5 Star Reviews

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100+

Surgeries Avoided

20+

Orthopedic Experts

This is our go to place for all physical therapy! We have been coming here for at least 3 years now for my daughter’s sports injuries from dance. They also do imaging so it is a 1 stop clinic. We have been very pleased with the results but what’s set them apart is the staff. They take their time to explain everything to you, take their time with the therapy and treat you like family. We highly recommend them to everyone we know!

Catherine Bydal
Mesa, AZ Resident

Anyone looking for a PT team look no further. I had an Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) surgery mid-September. Physical Therapy was recommended after week 4 post surgery. My journey to find the right fit began and ended at Modern Physical Therapy in Gilbert. I was looking for a ‘team’ that would partner with me so I would receive the best, safest and most effective care/results possible knowing that my recovery would not be easy or a quick fix. My treatments began the beginning of October with Ben and Drey who are great listeners, are extremely accomplished with all types of needs and have been an amazing part of my team. Equally as important are the girls who are at the front desk. The girls are first to welcome you, accommodate your schedules while making appts, and answer any questions you may have with insurance etc. I highly recommend Modern PT and their entire team!!

Sandy Carey
Phoenix, AZ Resident

Modern PT is excellent. They are very supportive and really do a good job with therapy. The whole staff is very kind. They take 1 hour and run on time which I really like. I appreciate their treatments. I feel much better after a hard surgery.

Marcia Kern
Mesa High Football Coach

What Are You Experiencing?

Most people don’t come in knowing exactly what treatment they need. What they do know is that something hurts. That’s all we need to start. Fill out this quick form and just tell us how your pain feels. Once we read through it, we’ll give you a call to talk about what might be causing it and what we can do to help.

LOW HIGH

SEVERE PAIN

If your pain feels unbearable or you can’t think straight, please don’t wait; call 911 or head to the hospital right away. Get the urgent care first. Once you’re safe, we’ll be here to help with the next steps.

MODERATE PAIN / DISCOMFORT

This is the kind of pain that doesn’t stop you completely, but it makes every day harder. Maybe it’s sharp. Maybe it’s dull and won’t let up. Write down what it feels like. We’ll go over it with you and start figuring out what’s behind it.

MINOR PAINS & ACHES

Even the small stuff matters. A stiff back in the morning, sore joints after work, or little aches that keep showing up are all worth paying attention to. Tell us what you’ve been noticing, and we’ll help you stay on top of it before it gets worse.

Quick Diagnosis Form

Answering Your Questions

Why does it feel stiff again after I sit, even if I felt okay earlier?

Stillness lets swelling settle and muscles tighten. Then the first few steps feel rough. Once you warm up, it eases. We work on short movement breaks and targeted exercises so you’re not starting from zero every time you stand.

I feel okay during activity, then worse later. What gives?

Symptoms can lag. You can do the walk and only feel the hit that night or the next morning. It usually means the load was a bit high for your current phase. We adjust so you can build tolerance without the boom-and-bust cycle.

What if I’m scared to move because I don’t want to ruin the repair?

That fear is common, and it often shows up as guarding. We keep you inside the protocol and show you what “safe” looks like, so movement stops feeling like a gamble.

When should I call the surgeon instead of waiting?

Call if you notice new drainage, increasing redness or warmth, fever, calf pain with swelling, or a sudden change that feels out of proportion. Those are not normal rehab fluctuations. They need medical guidance.

"Our goal is to help you solve some of your most painful life experiences."

Josh Adams

MODERN MEDICINE
CEO

"When an athlete gets injured, a team of doctors and therapists evaluates them, orders imaging, and decides the best path forward. If surgery is needed, they go straight to surgery; if not, they get condition-specific physical therapy and targeted injections to speed healing. This is the same process pro athletes use to get back on the field quickly—and at Modern, you can access that same level of care for the same cost as any other physical therapy clinic." - Josh Adams

Without Advanced Imaging

Your PT

is Operating Blindly.

WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT

CHOOSING THE MODERN WAY

What separates MODERN SPORTS MEDICINE from just about every other company is our physical therapists and orthopedists utlize advanced imaging technology to enable them to SEE what they are doing. Everyone else is operating blindly.

ADVANCED IMAGING + TREATMENT = MODERN

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