Rehabilitation Services - A Bridge to Recovery

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After a serious illness, injury or surgery, regaining strength and mobility may require extra assistance. Rehabilitation provides that bridge to recovery, helping patients maximize their capabilities and quality of life.

Patients may benefit from rehabilitation services if they have experienced a stroke, serious injury, joint repair or replacement, amputation, or have a brain, nervous system or muscular disorder. At Sinai-Grace Hospital, these patients are served by a comprehensive group of specialists from the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R).

Since a patient's recovery may require improvements in several essential areas, such as speech, mobility or cognitive functioning, a coordinated team approach is used. The rehabilitation team at Sinai-Grace includes:

• Physiatrists (physicians specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation)
• Rehabilitation Nurses
• Physical Therapists
• Occupational Therapists
• Speech And Language Pathologists
• Neuropsychologist
• Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
• Social Workers

Treatment for a Range of Patient Needs

Sinai-Grace Hospital provides rehabilitation services for many stages/levels of patient needs:

• Assessment and treatment of acute inpatients to assist with discharge planning
• Inpatient rehabilitation in a 22-bed unit accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
• Outpatient programs at four locations in metropolitan Detroit

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation was established at Sinai Hospital in 1967 and CARF accreditation was first received for its inpatient program in 1986. In 1999 the inpatient rehabilitation unit moved into a spacious, newly renovated setting at Sinai-Grace Hospital.

Inpatient Rehabilitation Services

Inpatient services consist of:

• Rehabilitation consultation service staffed by board-certified physiatrists
• Assessment and treatment of patients in acute care units to help plan the patient's safe discharge from the hospital - our acute services include physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech/ language pathology
• Comprehensive inpatient care within the Sinai-Grace Rehabilitation Unit

Patients hospitalized in acute care nursing units for a variety of conditions, such as stroke, orthopaedic surgery, amputation, cardiac or pulmonary illness, may need acute inpatient therapy in order to function at home. The rehab consultation service provides assessment, monitoring and recommendations for discharge that addresses patients' needs. Through a referral by the patient's physician, the specialists from the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation assess the patient's mobility, strength, communication, and cognition. Evaluating potential impairments to daily living is essential in order for the patient to be discharged and returned home safely.

After this evaluation, which is the first step in the rehabilitation process, a plan for follow-up care is developed. Recommended follow-up could include admission to the inpatient Rehabilitation Unit or referral for outpatient care. The rehabilitation team works together with the patient and the patient's family to plan these next steps in the recovery process.

Your doctor can refer a Rehabilitation Services consultation. For more information, call 313-966-3350.

The Rehabilitation Unit at Sinai-Grace Hospital

Some patients require more intense rehabilitation and are referred to the inpatient Rehabilitation Unit by their rehabilitation physician. Patients may be admitted from acute care units at Sinai-Grace Hospital, other hospitals, nursing homes or from their own homes.

The unit's comprehensive services are beneficial to patients with stroke, neurologic and neuromuscular disorders, orthopaedic conditions, including joint repair or replacement; multiple trauma, and other conditions that impair function. The Rehabilitation Unit uses a team approach to promote the patient's independence and successful return to the previous living situation. Rehabilitation programs may include cognitive retraining, discharge and home evaluations, patient/family/caregiver education, individual counseling and community reintegration.

Depending upon a patient's condition, rehabilitation services can include physical therapy, speech therapy, therapeutic recreation, and occupational therapy, either provided individually or in a group. The department is staffed with competent, caring professionals licensed and certified in their respective areas. In addition, nutritionists and other specialists are available when needed for consultation.

The attractive, newly renovated Rehabilitation Unit includes a therapy area conveniently located next to the nursing unit. A discharge suite provides a simulated home environment to help patients learn how to manage daily tasks. Most patients are able to return to the community. The Sinai-Grace Rehabilitation Unit receives high ratings on patient satisfaction surveys.

For patient referrals: Physicians may refer patients to the unit by contacting the Rehabilitation Referral Coordinator at 313-966-3344.

A wide range of rehabilitation services are available on an outpatient basis for patients who do not require hospitalization or who have been discharged. Individuals who have had a disabling injury or illness, certain kinds of surgery or who experience chronic pain may benefit from outpatient rehabilitation at one of four convenient sites in metropolitan Detroit.

Outpatient rehabilitation includes physical, occupational, aquatic, and speech therapy. In addition, specialized chronic pain management services are available through the Functional Recovery Program. Physician referrals are required for all outpatient services.

Outpatient rehabilitation locations include:

Progress through Rehabilitation

Recovering from a serious operation, illness or injury is a challenge for patients, caregivers and family members. Sometimes specialists are needed to help the patient return to a good quality of life. The Department of Physical Medicine and professionals at Sinai-Grace Hospital have the expertise, experience and compassion to help each patient reach his/her potential.

Whether rehabilitation services are needed for assessment of a patient during a hospital stay, for intensive inpatient therapy, or for follow-up outpatient treatment, Sinai-Grace fulfills patient needs through a comprehensive continuum of care. Sinai-Grace accepts most health insurance plans.

For more information on:

Inpatient service - please contact the Rehabilitation Referral Coordinator at 313-966-3344.

Outpatient services - 313-493-6311 or 248-968-3900.

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