Ideally, you should begin physiotherapy as quickly as possible after suffering a fracture, as early intervention often yields the best results. The timeframe looks a little different for each person, as some clients may first require surgery to realign the bone.

In most cases, physiotherapy can start once the fracture has been immobilized in a cast, and the types of exercises undertaken will change as the injury heals. You’ll likely receive advice from your doctor about when it’s safe to start physiotherapy sessions based on the nature and complexity of your fracture.

We offer physiotherapy services that deal with fractures in various settings, including houses and condos, hospitals, long-term care facilities and retirement homes.

Physiotherapy plays a vital role in reducing swelling after a fracture, and the techniques and treatments used during each session will help clients alleviate and manage pain. The likes of cold and hot therapies are often used to provide relief from both pain and swelling, which are complemented by manual exercises to rebuild strength and mobility, further reducing pain.

It’s imperative that you only begin a physiotherapy programme when your doctor and therapist feel it’s appropriate. As every fracture is unique, your timeline for physiotherapy will be specific to your needs. Beginning physiotherapy too soon could cause further damage to the bone, increasing the risk of re-injury.

Weight-bearing exercises work to increase your bone density, which will lower the possibility of another fracture. However, you must follow your therapist’s guidelines and avoid lifting weights beyond what your therapist recommends, as doing so can setback your recovery process and heighten the risk of re-injury.

With the help of physiotherapy, you may regain full function and mobility of a fractured bone within eight weeks, though it may take several months. As is often the case with injuries of this nature, it’s difficult to determine the duration of the recovery process.

Minor fractures in the wrist can heal in as little as six weeks, while the likes of femur fractures can take as long as six months to recuperate fully.