What post-rehab training involves
Post-rehab training is personal training for people finishing, or past, physical therapy after an injury or surgery. The numbers on this page come from trainers who list Rehab (Pre and Post) as a specialty on their RightFit profile. That specialty covers training both before surgery and after rehab, so the count includes trainers who do either.
A trainer does not replace a physical therapist. Physical therapists diagnose and treat; a post-rehab trainer picks up once you are discharged or alongside ongoing therapy, and helps you rebuild strength, confidence and fitness for everyday life. Good trainers ask for your therapist's notes or restrictions and stay inside them.
Sessions usually start with an assessment of how you move: range of motion, balance, how you squat, step, reach and carry, and which positions are uncomfortable. From there, training progresses gradually, often using corrective exercise to improve control and alignment, then building strength through the injured area and the rest of the body. Load, range and complexity increase only when the previous step feels steady.
Common reasons people look for this kind of trainer include knee and hip replacements, shoulder and back injuries, ankle sprains and long breaks from activity. Many also want to reduce the chance of the same problem coming back.
Expect slow, careful progress. A typical plan is two or three sessions a week plus a few exercises on your own. Report new pain, swelling or numbness to your trainer and your physician rather than pushing through.
Training at home can make the transition easier: the trainer sees the stairs, chairs and spaces you use every day and can practise the movements that matter there.
Not every trainer listing this specialty has the same background. Ask what experience and certifications they have with your specific injury before you start.
Where to find them
The ten metro cores with the most RightFit trainers listing Rehab (Pre and Post) who serve the city. On each city page, the Injury rehab filter narrows the list to these trainers.
- Chicago, IL: 94 trainers
- Houston, TX: 53 trainers
- Denver, CO: 45 trainers
- Austin, TX: 44 trainers
- Minneapolis, MN: 33 trainers
- Phoenix, AZ: 29 trainers
- Dallas, TX: 19 trainers
- Los Angeles, CA: 18 trainers
- Miami, FL: 17 trainers
- Atlanta, GA: 16 trainers
What it costs
| Format | Median hourly rate | Trainers listing a rate |
|---|---|---|
| In-home | $90 | 695 |
| At the trainer’s facility | $85 | 618 |
| Group of 2 to 4 (whole group) | $110 | 664 |
Questions to ask
- Have you trained clients after my type of injury or surgery?
- Will you read my physical therapist's notes and follow my restrictions?
- How do you assess movement in the first session?
- How do you decide when to add load or new exercises?
- What should I do if something hurts during or after a session?
- What corrective exercise or rehab-related certifications do you hold?
Frequently asked questions
How many RightFit trainers specialize in post-rehab?
753 published RightFit trainers list Rehab (Pre and Post) as a specialty, 22% of all listed trainers, as of November 2026.
How much does a post-rehab trainer cost?
Among 695 of these trainers who list an in-home rate, the median is $90 an hour, with half between $80 and $100. Confirm the rate, session length and any package terms with the trainer.
Do they come to my home?
695 of the 753 list an in-home rate and 618 list a rate at a facility. RightFit matches you with trainers who serve your area.
Where are the most post-rehab trainers?
Chicago, IL has the most, with 94 trainers serving the city. On any city page, the Injury rehab filter narrows the list to these trainers.
How does matching work?
Take the free Trainer Fit Survey. A RightFit consultant reviews your goals, schedule and location and introduces trainers who fit. Matching is free to clients.