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Orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation

Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a student athlete, or a professional competitor, Banner Health’s orthopedic and sports medicine rehabilitation team is here to help you get back in the game. 

Our licensed physical therapists and certified athletic trainers specialize in orthopedic care and sports injury recovery. We combine advanced rehab techniques with personalized support to help you move safely, reduce pain and return to the activities you love. 

Rehabilitation after joint replacement 

Rehabilitation plays a key role in recovery after joint replacement surgery. The right exercises and movement training can help restore strength, mobility and independence faster - all while keeping your new joint protected. 

Our therapists will guide you through each step, teaching you how to: 

  • Perform safe exercises in bed to prevent stiffness and improve circulation 
  • Get in and out of bed and move to a chair safely 
  • Use assistive devices such as walkers or crutches 
  • Understand how much weight your new joint can handle 

By practicing these movements early, you’ll help your body heal faster and regain confidence in daily activities. 

Activities that support recovery 

Once your body is stable and your doctor approves, enjoyable physical activities can help you rebuild endurance and flexibility. Your therapy team may recommend: 

  • Walking or speed walking 
  • Swimming or water aerobics 
  • Stationary or outdoor bicycling 
  • Ballroom or square dancing 
  • Table tennis (ping-pong) 
  • Light weight training 
  • Gardening or yard work 
  • Hiking or cross-country skiing 
  • Golf or bowling 

Always check with your doctor before returning to higher-impact activities such as downhill skiing, tennis, horseback riding or aerobic dance. Your therapist can help you safely progress toward more advanced movement goals. 

Sports medicine rehabilitation 

If you’re recovering from a sports injury or surgery, our sports medicine rehabilitation program focuses on restoring mobility, strength and function so you can perform at your best. 

We tailor your treatment plan to your specific goals, condition and sport. Whether you’re managing a muscle strain, ligament injury or post-surgical recovery, we work closely with your physician and health care team to guide your pace of healing. 

Our therapy programs are designed to improve: 

  • Balance and coordination 
  • Flexibility and range of motion 
  • Strength and endurance 
  • Functional movement and gait 
  • Overall athletic performance 

Pediatric sports medicine 

At Banner Children’s, we understand that sports play an important role in many kids’ lives - and injuries can be part of the game. Our pediatric sports medicine specialists are trained to treat children and teens with a wide range of orthopedic injuries, from sprains and fractures to complex joint problems. 

We work with families, coaches, and schools to create care plans that promote healing, prevent reinjury and help kids return to play safely. 

Our pediatric sports medicine services include: 

  • Sports injury treatment and prevention 
  • Arthroscopic procedures for shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle injuries 
  • Hip arthroscopy for labral tears and femoroacetabular impingement 
  • Pediatric trauma care 
  • ACL reconstruction and meniscal repair in children 
  • Shoulder and rotator cuff repair 
  • Ankle instability reconstruction 
  • Motion analysis and performance evaluation 
  • Coordination with local coaches on training and injury prevention 

Whether your child is an aspiring athlete or simply loves to play, our specialists are committed to helping them stay active, safe and confident. 

Why choose Banner Health for rehabilitation 

At Banner Health, we take a comprehensive approach to recovery. Our rehabilitation experts focus on: 

  • Restoring movement and reducing pain 
  • Building strength safely and effectively 
  • Supporting long-term injury prevention 
  • Providing education for continued success after therapy 

Our goal is simple - to help you or your child return to an active, healthy lifestyle with confidence and support at every step. 

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