Conditions We Treat
Goals of Inpatient Rehabilitation
Improve your outcome after a serious injury or illness with the help of the inpatient rehabilitation team at Stamford Health. You’ll receive therapy in a comfortable, supportive environment, including a spacious and well-equipped gym during your hospital stay.
The goals of therapy in an inpatient setting are to:
- Assess the need for adaptive equipment
- Focus on your daily routine and identify lifestyle changes to make it easier Help you relearn activities of daily living (ADL) like bathing, dressing, cooking, eating, and safely getting in or out of bed
- Keep you safe
- Support a more independent lifestyle
Program Qualifications
You may benefit from inpatient rehabilitation if you:
- Have a goal of improving your physical function and independence
Conditions We Treat
Our team of specialists has the training to care for people with:
- Amputation
- Brain injury
- Cardiac or respiratory disease
- Femur or hip fracture
- Musculoskeletal (bone, joint, or muscle) disorder
- Neurological disorders and injuries like Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis
- Orthopedic and sports injuries
- Polyarthritis (several painful joints)
- Stroke
- Total joint replacements
- Traumatic injuries
Team of Experts
Team of Experts
Access a team of providers to help you develop and reach your goals. Your team may include:
- Certified case manager – Meets with you to talk about insurance, medical equipment needs, getting you home safely, and follow-up care
- Dietitian – Makes sure you get the nutrients you need
- Neuropsychologist – Provides emotional and psychological support
- Nurses – Monitor your health and manage your medications
- Occupational therapist – Works to help you do daily activities more easily
- Physical therapist – Provides therapy to increase your balance, strength, and coordination
- Physiatrist - Prevents, diagnoses, and treats symptoms to help you progress
- Social worker – Connects you with resources to help you and your family
- Speech-language pathologist – Helps treat problems that affect your ability to swallow, communicate, or think
What to Bring
During your stay, you will want to bring:
- One pair of tennis shoes
- Loose-fitting athletic wear, including socks and underwear (four to five outfits)
- A warm sweater or jacket
- Pajamas, robe, and slippers (with grips)
What We Provide
During your stay, we will provide:
- Medications from the pharmacy
- Deodorant
- Hairbrush
- Lotion
- Shampoo
- Shaving cream and razor
- Soap
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and mouthwash
Follow-Up Care
Rely on your team of specialists to help you return home safely. Once you’re home, your doctor may recommend outpatient rehabilitation services to help you continue working toward your therapy goals.