Article by on July 26, 2021
Before she had both knees replaced, Drew Gibbons enrolled in Carilion Clinic's FIT Rx exercise program. Her "exercise prescription" included a customized exercise program and fitness consultations at Carilion Wellness designed to strengthen her muscles prior to surgery.
“The FitRx program was hugely important in getting me ready for rehab after I had my knees replaced,” she said. "The exercises in rehab were easier for me because I had done that work at Carilion Wellness."
Watch the video to see how exercising before surgery resulted in an easier recovery and rehabilitation after surgery.
