Medical rehabilitation, also called “medical rehab,” represents a vital process in the healthcare landscape, merging the expertise of medical practice with the personalized approach of therapeutic rehab. It's primarily aimed at supporting patients in regaining as much independence and quality of life as possible while navigating the challenges of acute or chronic conditions that result in temporary or permanent disabilities.
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital stands as a pillar of support and hope for those looking to reclaim their independence and improve their quality of life. We believe in the power of family support throughout the rehab process and actively encourage participation from loved ones. Our dedicated team is here to guide you and your family through each step of the process, ensuring a compassionate and comprehensive approach to rehab.
By focusing on improving endurance, minimizing secondary complications of chronic diseases and addressing the psychological impact of illnesses, we strive to foster an environment where recovery is not just a goal but a reality. We help treat patients with a wide range of acute or chronic conditions that cause temporary or permanent disability, which may include:
Patients also come for inpatient medical rehab after:
Ultimately, our aim is to help patients regain as much independence as possible. We take a creative approach to therapy and provide patients with a minimum of three hours a day for at least 5 days a week.
Medical deconditioning is a common concern for many undergoing prolonged periods of inactivity due to illness or surgery. It involves the loss of physical fitness, muscle strength and general endurance, complicating recovery and increasing the risk of further health issues.
Understanding and addressing medical deconditioning is a critical component of medical rehab. Rehab focuses on helping individuals recover from the impacts of deconditioning, with the goal of returning them to their highest level of function and independence. Through a combination of physical therapy, occupational therapy and sometimes speech and psychological therapy, rehab professionals work closely with patients to develop and implement a comprehensive treatment plan. This plan may include exercises to improve muscle strength and flexibility, activities to enhance coordination and balance, and strategies to manage any accompanying pain or discomfort.
Our comprehensive approach at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital seeks not only to mitigate these risks but also to reverse the effects of deconditioning, emphasizing a holistic path to recovery.
Tailored to address the specific needs of each patient, our treatment options are as diverse as the conditions we treat. Our inpatient medical rehab program emphasizes managing lifestyle changes, reducing anxiety, increasing self-esteem and ensuring a smooth transition to outpatient services for continued progress.
Our therapists tailor exercises specific to your medical status, goals and interests. Programs within inpatient medical rehab might include:
Medical rehab at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital means entering a supportive and collaborative environment. The nature of the inpatient medical rehab program requires close collaboration between specialists to address the vocational, social and lifestyle needs of every individual.
Some of our goals for patients with acute or chronic conditions might include:
Inpatient medical rehab can help patients:
As an acute rehab hospital, Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital is uniquely positioned for medical rehab with the following clinicians:
As part of our specialized treatment for each athlete, sports injury rehab includes use of therapies and training exercises that not only mimic the demands of your sport but also address the unique conditions of the specific position you play within your sport.
With three locations in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, we’re sure to offer pelvic floor rehabilitation near you. Our pelvic floor PTs treat pelvic floor conditions in men and women and we’re able to offer comprehensive treatments for these sometimes complex conditions.
Each inpatient and outpatient physical therapy rehab is individually designed and administered by a licensed physical therapist who consistently guides you from that first visit all the way through recovery.
Where you’ll receive innovative inpatient and outpatient spinal cord rehabilitation care at one of the country's most respected acute rehabilitation hospitals, and 92 percent of our inpatients reach their goals upon discharge and 83 percent of outpatients meet theirs.
As one of the most extensive programs at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, our primary focus is to help patients build strength, mobility and endurance for a variety of orthopaedic conditions.
Independence is a major goal of every rehabilitation program. For over 30 years, the driver rehabilitation program at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital has offered a unique way for patients to return to this crucial aspect of their lives.
Our lymphedema therapists help you achieve best results early and with continued treatment at outpatient locations in the western suburbs of Philadelphia. Even in cases of chronic lymphedema, an active management program can reduce swelling and improve symptoms.
One of the first acute rehabilitation hospitals in the country to provide treatment for brain injury, we’re recognized as a leader in the field of concussion treatment and recovery.
