Bone Fracture Rehabilitation

Recovering from a bone fracture involves more than waiting for the bone to heal. Once a fracture has been set or has healed enough to begin movement, rehabilitation helps restore strength, flexibility, and function to the affected area. Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center of Brooklyn works with patients recovering from fractures of the arms, legs, hips, wrists, and other bones, guiding them through the stages of recovery safely.

What Fracture Rehabilitation Addresses

Stiffness and Reduced Range of Motion — joints and muscles near a healed fracture often need targeted movement to regain their previous flexibility.
Muscle Weakness — periods of immobilization can lead to muscle loss around the fracture site, which rehabilitation helps rebuild.
Balance and Coordination — fractures affecting the lower body or hips can disrupt balance, which is why some programs incorporate the Biodex Balance Program.
Pain and Swelling — Cold Laser Therapy may be used as a non-invasive option to help manage discomfort during recovery.

Supporting Accurate Recovery Planning

On-site MRI & X-Ray imaging can help confirm healing progress and guide how quickly rehabilitation exercises should advance. This allows treatment plans to be adjusted as the bone continues to heal.

Who Seeks This Care

Patients typically begin fracture rehabilitation after a cast or brace is removed, following orthopedic clearance, or as part of a broader recovery plan after a fall, sports injury, or accident.

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