Post-Surgery Back Rehabilitation: How the McGill Method Can Aid Recovery

Recovering from spinal surgery is rarely straightforward. While surgery can correct structural issues, it doesn’t always restore functional movement (which is usually the culprit in the first place) and in some cases, pain can persist or return if underlying mechanics aren’t addressed!

That’s where the McGill Method can play a critical role in post surgery back rehabilitation.

Back surgery is usually required to remove or alter damaged tissue but it doesn’t “fix” how you move.

If you go back to the same habits that contributed to the problem in the first place, there’s a high risk of recurrence or even new issues in adjacent segments of the spine.

Fusion cage used in a lower back fusion surgery

No matter what type of back surgery has been done, it changes the mechanics of how the spine moves, which ultimately effects the stress on the different structures.

If you have spine surgery, you need to respect your new spine mechanics and learn how to work with them, this involves identifying movements and postures that still provoke pain, learn how to modify them and then building up stability around the spine to support the healing tissue, creating a robust and resilient spine.

The goal is to teach you how to move well for life after surgery, not just while you’re in the clinic.

This approach doesn’t rely on passive treatments or repeated appointments. It puts you in control of your recovery.

https://www.asrehab.com.au/post-surgical-rehabilitation