Hip and Knee Replacement Rehabilitation in Shropshire
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Local Physiotherapist — Laura Smith, Shropshire
After a hip or knee replacement, the early weeks at home can feel like a blur of exercises, walking practice, swelling, stairs and trying to work out what is normal. Home physiotherapy helps turn the discharge advice into a plan you can actually use.
What Laura can help with
Laura can assess walking, transfers, knee or hip movement, strength, swelling, stair technique and how you are managing daily tasks. The session can then focus on the areas that matter most for independence at home.
Walking, stairs and confidence
Rehabilitation often includes gait practice, sit-to-stand work, step-ups, balance exercises, hip and knee strengthening, pacing advice and practice with stairs or outdoor walking when appropriate.
Keeping rehab realistic
Many people are given exercises after surgery but are not sure how hard to push, when to progress, or what to do if swelling increases. Laura can help you pace the programme, review technique and adjust the plan around pain, fatigue and daily responsibilities.
Get in touch: 07951 630 648 or email Laura.
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About Laura Smith
Laura Smith is an HCPC and CSP registered physiotherapist providing home visit physiotherapy across Shrewsbury, Telford and wider Shropshire. Her experience spans neurological, musculoskeletal, sports and community rehabilitation settings.