Post-Traumatic Injury Rehabilitation
Traumatic injuries are often sudden physical injuries that can vary greatly, with some requiring immediate medical attention. Traumatic injuries encompass any major or minor injuries necessitating hospital admission at the time of injury.
These injuries can include musculoskeletal, visceral, and nerve damage, soft tissue damage, spinal injury, limb reconstruction, and limb loss.
The number of trauma cases is increasing, with approximately 8 trauma cases per 100,000 people being treated daily at Public Healthcare Institutions in Singapore! 34% of the most common injuries sustained are limb injuries. Source: National Trauma Registry Singapore (2021-2023 study)
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Following a traumatic injury, post-traumatic injury rehabilitation can help individuals regain optimal function and independence as quickly as possible.
What can post-traumatic injury rehab do for you?
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Rehabilitation helps the person restore movement, reduce pain, and build strength.
It helps not only in the physical healing but also supports the patient’s emotional well-being as they begin to adjust to the new limitations of daily activities after the injury.
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The post-traumatic recovery process begins immediately after the surgery.
This is why it is ideal to kickstart a rehabilitation program as soon as the patient is able to engage and participate, which could be as early as within a day after surgery.
Starting the rehabilitation journey and setting goals
Post-trauma injury rehabilitation involves a multidisciplinary team collaborating with you and your family or carers to create a personalized and holistic rehabilitation plan. This process includes an assessment of your prior and current physical, cognitive, and psychological well-being to understand your movement needs, wants, and any gaps.
The road to recovery after a traumatic injury can be long and progress may not always be linear. It is important to set achievable goals to help track progress and ensure they align with your evolving life priorities, personal values, and newly formed perspectives.
These goals are often based on:
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What you value most.
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What activities are meaningful and important to you.
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How soon you hope to return to work or school.
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Your strengths (personal, social, and community networks).
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Potential setbacks that may affect these goals.
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Long-term goals are broken down into smaller, achievable steps, helping you see progress and fostering the understanding that you are on the path to recovery.
Factors that affect rehabilitation plans
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In addition to your current health and wellbeing, other factors that may influence the rehabilitation plan include:
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Infrastructural support or obstacles and any equipment or adaptations needed for mobility.
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Emotional, psychological, and psychosocial support.
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Educational or workplace support (if a return to work or school is anticipated).
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The possibility of further surgery or readmission to the hospital.
What can I expect at my sessions?
Our physiotherapists will begin with a thorough assessment of your injury. Please dress comfortably as this will include a comprehensive movement analysis and goal-setting discussion. Following this, we will develop a treatment plan with the ultimate goal of helping you return to the sport or activity you love. Your treatment will incorporate sport-specific exercises to restore and enhance your performance.
Visit our physiotherapy clinic, which is fully equipped with strength and conditioning equipment to support your journey back to doing what you love and more!
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