Specialized brain injury rehabilitation at Encompass Health
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can affect how you move, think, feel and handle everyday tasks. Activities like reading, writing or walking may suddenly become harder. Even your emotions may change as your brain begins to heal.
At Encompass Health, we’re here to support you through every step of your recovery. We are the trusted choice for patients and their families -- helping to rebuild strength and regain independence.
Understanding brain injuries and the recovery process
Brain injury rehabilitation is built around the idea of maximizing neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity is the brain’s natural ability to adapt and create new pathways. This helps compensate for areas lost after an illness or injury.
Understanding the type of brain injury you or a loved one experienced can help you know what to expect during recovery.
Non-traumatic brain injury
A non-traumatic brain injury happens when internal factors cause damage to the brain, rather than a sudden external event. These are also known as an acquired brain injury. Common causes include stroke, oxygen loss, tumors, infections or aneurysms.
Traumatic brain injury
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is when an external force causes trauma to the brain. These are usually caused by falls, car accidents, motorcycle accidents or sports injuries. TBIs can range from concussions to severe traumatic brain injuries.
What to expect during brain injury rehabilitation
Brain injury recovery requires specialized, compassionate rehabilitation supported by advanced therapy technologies. Our care teams individualize your treatment to help you build confidence and work toward personal goals.
At Encompass Health, your brain injury program includes a care team of therapists, nurses, physicians, dietitians, case managers and more to guide your recovery.
Physical and occupational therapies
- Motor-skill exercises
- Mobility aid training, including a walker, cane or wheelchair
- Pain and medication management techniques
- Bowel and bladder training
- Activities of daily living (grooming, shopping and cooking)
Cognitive activities
- Support for memory skills, concentration and slowed thinking
- Speech therapy for speaking and swallowing
- Daily living skills (money management, following instructions, etc.)
- Strategies to learn new information and complete new tasks
Inpatient rehabilitation technologies for brain injury treatment
Our advanced rehabilitation technology plays a key role in the brain injury recovery process. It helps patients safely build skills and confidence as they work toward regaining their highest level of independence.
Frequently asked questions about brain injury rehabilitation
Traumatic brain injuries impact each patient differently. That’s why our care teams customize rehabilitation programs to meet specific needs. Each journey is unique, so it’s difficult to predict an exact timeline for brain injury recovery. However, the average length of stay at an inpatient rehabilitation hospital is about two weeks.
Hear from our patients on their recovery process
Our patient success stories highlight the brain injury recovery process. See how specialized brain injury rehabilitation can help you move forward with confidence.
Recovering from a traumatic brain injury
After a brain injury, Susan Lannon was determined to get back to her family and life. With support from her rehabilitation team at Encompass Health, she regained her strength and hope and is now home.
Resources on brain injury rehabilitation
Explore our health resources to learn more about brain injury rehabilitation. Our practical tips support patients and caregivers as they move forward.
