Non-surgical options for joint, tendon and soft-tissue pain, matched to your diagnosis and goals.
Surgery is one day. Recovery is the journey. Dr. Thompson and his team are with you through every milestone, with clear guidance, steady check-ins, and answers when you need them.
Recovery Starts the Moment Surgery Ends
The weeks after joint surgery shape how well you move for years to come. Following your recovery plan, staying on top of follow-up visits, and knowing who to call all make a real difference.
This page walks you through what to expect after surgery with Dr. Thompson. It also introduces Opus, an optional concierge program for patients who want a dedicated guide at their side for the full year after enrollment.
Your Recovery Roadmap
Every patient heals at their own pace. Your care team will give you a plan built for your procedure, and you can use this roadmap to see where you are and what comes next.
The first days at home
Rest, manage discomfort, and protect your incision as instructed.
Your care team covers pain management, incision care, mobility aids, and activity limits.
Early recovery
Your first follow-up visit checks your healing and progress.
Your care team covers timing of the first visit, when physical therapy starts, and showering and driving guidance.
Building strength
Physical therapy and daily exercises restore motion and strength.
Your care team covers the typical PT schedule and home exercise expectations.
Returning to life
Step by step, you get back to work, hobbies, and the activities you love.
Your care team covers general return-to-activity guidance and the long-term follow-up schedule.
Your written discharge instructions are always your first reference. If anything here differs from them, follow your discharge instructions.
Opus: Concierge Support for Your Recovery
Recovery comes with questions, appointments, and a lot to track. Opus is an optional, non-clinical concierge program that keeps it all organized, so you can focus on healing. Your medical care stays with Dr. Thompson and his team; Opus makes sure you’re never left wondering what comes next.
One dedicated Ambassador
A single point of contact for you and your family, from your first conversation through full recovery.
Real, human support
No chatbots and no automated messages. Just people who know your journey.
Milestone check-ins
Your Ambassador reaches out at key points in your recovery, with clear timelines and answers before you have to ask.
Enhanced access
Priority scheduling for follow-up visits, a direct line to your care team, and every appointment with Dr. Thompson.
A WHOOP device, on us
A full year of WHOOP membership so you can see where your recovery stands, every day.
One year of support
Opus lasts one year from your enrollment date, from your welcome call through post-operative recovery.
Questions or Concerns After Surgery
Call our office if you notice warning signs, such as fever above a set temperature, increasing redness or drainage at the incision, calf pain or swelling, or pain not controlled by medication.
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Call 911 for chest pain, trouble breathing, or any emergency.
Opus members can also reach their Ambassador with any question. Ambassadors don’t give medical advice, but they make sure clinical questions reach the right person on your care team quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Opus to recover well?
No. Every patient receives Dr. Thompson’s full post-operative care and follow-up. Opus is an optional layer of personal coordination and convenience.
Is Opus a medical service?
No. Opus provides non-clinical support: coordination, communication, and guidance. All medical decisions remain with your surgeon and care team.
What does my Ambassador do during recovery?
Your Ambassador is your single point of contact for questions, scheduling, reminders, and milestone check-ins throughout your recovery.
What if I have a clinical question?
Your Ambassador will route it to the right person on your care team so you get a timely response. For urgent symptoms, call our office directly. For emergencies, call 911.
Is Opus covered by insurance?
No. Opus is a one-time flat-rate fee, separate from insurance. Your Ambassador will walk you through it during your introductory call.
How long does Opus support last?
One year from your enrollment date, from your welcome call through post-operative recovery.
Recovery Is Better With Support
Whether you’re preparing for surgery or already on the road to recovery, we’re here for every step. Want a dedicated guide at your side? Opus is ready when you are.