Recovery – the process through which the body regains its balance

Recovery is not a one-day miracle, but a gradual process through which the body restores its balance and natural functions.

What does “recovery” mean

Recovery is the process by which the body relearns to function properly after illness, trauma, surgery, or a long period of inactivity.
Its goal is to restore lost functions, reduce pain, and regain mobility, strength, and endurance.
In simple terms, recovery means bringing the body back to normal step by step, through a plan adapted to each patient.
Recovery is a long-term process that unfolds progressively. It is important to understand that recovery is not a single treatment, but a sequence of biological adaptations requiring time, patience, and consistency. Each body reacts differently, and progress depends on proper collaboration between therapist and patient.
A problem that developed over months or years cannot be “fixed” in one or two sessions, no matter how intense the treatment.

Types of recovery

• Physical recovery – focuses on restoring muscular, joint, and postural function. Includes kinesitherapy, massage, physiotherapy, stretching, balance, and coordination exercises.
  • Neurological recovery – for patients with stroke, paresis, or brain trauma, aiming to restore motor control, speech, and balance.
  • Post-surgical recovery – helps the body heal after orthopedic, abdominal, or cardiac surgery.
  • Respiratory and cardiovascular recovery – for patients with pulmonary or cardiac conditions.
  • Psychological recovery – restores emotional balance, especially after physical or emotional trauma.

What must be established before starting treatment

• Accurate medical diagnosis – established by a medical specialist. Manual or kinetic therapy must complement, not replace, medical treatment.
  • Patient history – previous injuries, surgeries, chronic conditions, ongoing treatments. These guide the choice of appropriate techniques.
  • Degree of pain and mobility – evaluated objectively (strength tests, range of motion, posture).
  • General physical condition – blood pressure, breathing, circulation, weight, sleep, stress. All influence the recovery process.
  • Limits and contraindications – certain manipulations, stretches, or exercises can worsen the injury and must be identified early.
  • Realistic goals – the patient must clearly understand the objectives: pain reduction, improved mobility, posture correction, balance restoration.
  • Patient education – clear explanation of process duration, possible reactions, and the fact that recovery does not produce instant results.
  • Informed consent – the patient must consciously agree, understanding the purpose, duration, and applied methods.

Stages of recovery

• Evaluation and functional diagnosis – identifying the cause, not just the symptom, and defining the treatment plan.
  • Initial intervention phase – pain control and restoration of basic mobility.
  • Progressive phase – gradual increase in exercise intensity.
  • Consolidation phase – stability, strength, and coordination exercises. Program adapted to age, weight, activity level, and general condition. Exercises must be performed consistently.
  • Maintenance and prevention phase – educating the body to prevent recurrence.

Biological phases of tissue repair

• Inflammatory phase (0-7 days) – the body reacts to injury through inflammation. It is a natural stage of the recovery process. The area must be protected, pain controlled, and circulation maintained.
  • Proliferation phase (7-21 days) – new cells, collagen fibers, and blood vessels form. Gentle exercises and assisted mobilizations can begin.
  • Remodeling phase (up to 6 months) – tissues strengthen and movements become more stable. Strength and coordination exercises are introduced.
  Depending on the condition, these phases can last from several weeks to a year.
  Complete restoration of a muscle or joint structure can take months, and in chronic cases even years, with periods of progress and stagnation.

Why continuity matters

After each session, the body reacts and enters an adaptation phase. Mild fatigue, muscle soreness, or readjustment sensations may appear. These are normal biological responses indicating active adaptation.
Long breaks between sessions can interrupt progress, and lack of movement often leads to relapse.

Duration of recovery

There is no fixed timeline. Each body has its own rhythm. However, general averages can be estimated:
• mild sprain: 2-4 weeks
• fracture: 6-12 weeks
• orthopedic post-surgery: 3-9 months
• herniated disc: 3-6 months
• chronic neck or lower back pain: ongoing process with periodic maintenance

A common mistake is expecting a “miraculous” result after one or two sessions. True recovery requires time, because the goal is not only pain relief, but restoring correct body mechanics.
The body needs repetition and continuity, not abrupt or spectacular interventions.
Rushing the process may cause relapses or complications.
Recovery means intelligent patience, not speed.

The therapist’s role

The therapist does not “heal” directly but guides the body toward self-regulation.
Through manual techniques, exercises, and corrective postures, the body relearns how to move symmetrically, relax, and regain mobility.
Yumeiho® therapy aims to restore postural balance and physiological function by mechanically and energetically realigning the body, restoring symmetry, mobility, and physiological flow, and reducing the tensions and compressions that sustain pain.

The patient’s role

The patient is not a spectator but an active participant.
Recovery also means awareness – how to stand correctly, how to breathe, and how to move without overloading the joints.
Following the prescribed exercise plan, maintaining proper nutrition, sleep, and attitude are as important as the therapist’s technique.
Real results come through consistent involvement and cooperation.

Conclusion

Recovery is an active process, not a passive one.
It is not measured in the number of sessions, but in steady, well-guided steps.
It requires commitment, patience, and understanding that true restoration follows its own rhythm.
When the body receives the right time and stimuli, it naturally regains balance.
Recovery is neither a race nor a simple walk.
It is both a scientific and human process – a path that demands consistency, trust, and genuine collaboration between therapist and patient.