If you or an older loved one is anticipating an elective surgery such as a joint replacement, your doctor might recommend a stay in a short-term rehabilitation center instead of returning directly home. Short-term rehab can help older adults rebuild strength after surgery by working with physical and occupational therapists in a safe and comfortable […]
How to Help Your Parent Choose the Right Short-Term Rehab Care
If your aging parent is released from the hospital following a serious illness or injury, you may find yourself making important decisions about their future care needs. As your parent faces the road to recovery, keep in mind that you have many options. If you’re considering short-term rehab care for your parent, are some questions […]
Does Your Parent Need Inpatient Rehab Care?
If your senior parent or loved one has recently been hospitalized due to an injury or illness, their doctor may recommend they receive rehabilitation care before returning home. With so many different kinds of rehabilitation care available, it can be difficult to determine which type is the best fit for your parent. Inpatient rehab care […]
3 Key Benefits of Short-Term Rehabilitation in a Retirement Community
Are you preparing for a major surgical procedure? As we get older, it can take us longer to recover from even minor surgeries. That’s why many doctors encourage their senior patients to arrange rehabilitation care after a procedure, which helps seniors regain strength and confidence before they return home. If you’re looking for the right […]
What to Expect From Joint Replacement Rehabilitation
For many older adults, a hip, shoulder, or knee replacement can help increase mobility, function, and ultimately improve their quality of life. After surgery, physical rehabilitation is critical in the recovery process to promote strength building, pain management, and a faster recovery. If you’re curious about the benefits of staying in a rehabilitation center after […]
National Physical Therapy Month: How Physical Therapy Helps Seniors Stay Independent
National Physical Therapy Month is an annual commemoration held in October by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). During this month, the APTA recognizes the importance of physical therapists and physical therapy assistants in restoring and improving motion in people’s lives. Physical therapy can make all the difference for older adults. After a major surgery […]
The Power of Rehabilitation: National Rehabilitation Awareness Week 2017
Each September, the National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation celebrates the power of rehabilitation with National Rehabilitation Awareness Week. This week is a time to educate people about the impact and benefits of physical rehabilitation for children, adults, and older adults. It’s also a time to celebrate the impact of rehabilitation professionals including, physical therapists, speech language […]
3 Hidden Perks of Short Term Rehab Care for Seniors
If you aren’t ready to return home from the hospital after a major surgery, illness, or injury, your doctor may recommend that you receive treatment in a rehabilitation center to enhance your recovery. What some families don’t realize is that they have options when it comes to selecting a rehabilitation center to receive treatment. Typically, […]
Outpatient and Inpatient Senior Rehabilitation: What’s the Difference?
If you have an older loved one who is recovering from hospitalization due to a surgery, illness, or injury, their doctor may suggest they receive rehabilitation treatment before returning home. Generally, two types of rehabilitation are offered to seniors: outpatient rehabilitation and inpatient rehabilitation. Many families don’t know the differences between these types of […]
How to Transition from Hospital to Home with Short-Term Senior Rehabilitation
Following a hospital stay due to illness or injury, many seniors find themselves lacking the strength or confidence to return home. To avoid the risk of re-hospitalization, doctors usually suggest their senior patients receive rehabilitation treatment. What some families don’t realize is that they have a choice when it comes to finding the right short-term […]
