Poulter-Simon Physio

25/03/2026

“My knee is swollen and red… something must be wrong.”❌

Not always.

After knee surgery, swelling and some redness are actually expected — it’s part of the normal healing response.

Your body is increasing blood flow to repair tissue.

What matters is how it behaves over time:
✔ gradually improving
✔ settling with rest and elevation
✔ responding to movement

But if swelling is worsening, very painful, or comes with fever — that’s when it needs to be checked.

Recovery isn’t always pretty… but that doesn’t mean it’s going wrong.

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What symptoms would worry you most after surgery?

20/03/2026

Not all heroes wear capes… some carry clipboards and hunt for missing walking frames. 👀

18/03/2026

Myth: Rest is best after surgery
Reality: Movement is medicine

After a knee replacement, early mobilisation isn’t about pushing too hard — it’s about starting the recovery process safely and progressively.

The sooner patients begin moving (when medically stable), the better the outcomes tend to be.

Less stiffness.
Better function.
Faster return to daily life.

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Would you feel nervous to move early after surgery?

13/03/2026

Even physios need a physio sometimes 😅

All that lifting, demonstrating exercises, and pretending our backs don’t hurt… eventually catches up with us.

Friday Funnies: when the treatment table turns on us.

Tag a colleague who’s definitely said “just one quick adjustment” after work 👀

11/03/2026

“I’ll be back to normal in 6 weeks.”

We hear this one a lot.

At 6 weeks many people are walking more comfortably and getting back to daily activities — but recovery after a knee replacement continues well beyond that.

Strength, mobility and function keep improving for months with the right rehabilitation.

Recovery takes time — and movement is part of the process.

08/03/2026

🚴‍♂️ Cape Town Cycle Tour weekend!

To everyone lining up at the start — months of training, early mornings, long rides, and tough climbs have all led to this moment.

Take in the views, pace the climbs, and enjoy one of the most iconic rides in the world.

We’ll be cheering you on all the way! 👏

Good luck to every rider taking on the challenge!

Tag a friend riding the Cycle Tour with you 👇

27/02/2026

Exercise isn’t the problem.
Doing nothing… then EVERYTHING… is. 😅

Your knees crave consistency, not chaos.

There’s a better way to build strength — and it doesn’t involve giving up.

27/02/2026

We 💙 what we do!

24/02/2026

✨ Meet Suzette Crause ✨

Suzette is a dedicated physiotherapist passionate about helping you reduce pain, move better, and get back to what you love.

Whether you’re recovering from injury or managing ongoing discomfort, she’s here to guide you every step of the way.

📍 Poulter-Simon Physiotherapy Northcliff

16/02/2026

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Hearing feedback like this reminds us why we do what we do.

A targeted treatment plan.
Precise therapy.
Rehabilitation that delivers real results.

Thank you, James, for trusting us with your recovery journey.

At Poulter Simon Physiotherapy, we’re committed to treatment that is specific, evidence-informed, and designed to get you back to doing what matters most.

11/02/2026

Pain changes how you move.
But it doesn’t have to define how you live.

Taylor is passionate about helping patients reduce pain, restore movement, and improve their quality of life — whether that’s getting back to sport, work, or simply feeling like yourself again.

At Poulter Simon Physiotherapy, we don’t just treat injuries.
We help you move forward.

📍 Book your appointment today.

09/02/2026