What is orthopedic rehabilitation?
At our inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, you’ll receive round-the-clock nursing care, visits from a rehabilitation physician and at least three hours of therapy, five days a week. Your care team will design a personalized rehabilitation plan based on your specific condition, needs and goals.
What’s included in your orthopedic therapy
Physical therapies
- Exercises to build strength, flexibility and range of motion
- Gait and balance training
- Shaping and strengthening after amputation to prepare for prosthesis use
- Walking and mobility training, with or without assistive devices
- Use of advanced technologies to enhance recovery
Occupational and cognitive support
- Relearning daily activities like dressing, bathing and cooking
- Coping skills and emotional support for you and your family
- Medication and pain management strategies
- Skin and prosthesis care education
- Guidance on local support groups and resources
What makes Encompass Health different
Experience that matters
As the largest network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, we have the experience and access to the latest treatments and technology to help you recover more quickly and effectively.
Compassionate care
Your rehabilitation is not just about physical recovery. It's about you as a person. Our multidisciplinary care team will provide unwavering support and give you the strength, skills and confidence needed to regain your highest level of independence.
Exceptional results
Intensive therapy works. At our hospitals, you will receive three hours of therapy per day, five days a week, along with frequent visits from your physician and 24/7 nursing care. This combination is designed to help you achieve the best possible recovery.
Your care team
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