1. Prehabilitation In the weeks before surgery, we may recommend exercises to build strength and flexibility, helping you start your recovery stronger.
Dr. Samuel Duff emphasizes structured rehabilitation for safe and effective recovery after joint or soft tissue surgery.
With a background in physiotherapy, he guides patients through each recovery phase from preparation to full independence.
Surgery is only part of your orthopaedic care. At our Perth-based clinic, we place a strong emphasis on rehabilitation, recovery planning, and ongoing support — to ensure every patient can return to full mobility and activity.
With a background in physiotherapy before becoming a surgeon, Dr. Duff brings a unique understanding of post-surgical recovery and the demands placed on your body after joint or soft tissue procedures.
Whether you’ve had a hip replacement, ACL reconstruction, or tendon repair, proper rehabilitation is vital for:
A structured rehab program helps patients return to their work, sport, and daily life faster.
While each surgery is different, most patients follow a phased recovery pathway.
1. Prehabilitation In the weeks before surgery, we may recommend exercises to build strength and flexibility, helping you start your recovery stronger.
2. Immediate Post-Operative Phase We focus on rest, inflammation control, and protecting the surgical site, while maintaining mobility in nearby joints to prevent stiffness.
3. Progressive Rehabilitation You’ll work on gradually improving flexibility, strength, and balance through guided exercises and physiotherapy.
4. Functional Recovery This phase includes task-specific movements, return-to-work or return-to-sport activities, and regaining full independence.
Dr. Duff and his team will:
With proper guidance, most patients experience meaningful improvement within weeks — and full recovery within months, depending on the procedure.
If you’re planning orthopaedic surgery in Australia, understanding your recovery plan is essential. Dr. Samuel Duff will help you prepare for surgery and support you every step of the way through recovery.
For further information or to schedule an appointment, please contact our reception team at (08) 6150 8379 or through the Request an Appointment page.
Dr. Duff operates across Perth’s leading private and public hospitals. From pre-operative planning to rehabilitation, each phase of your care is carefully coordinated.