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The Shands Rehab Hospital team of healthcare professionals provides intensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services for people with physical and neurological problems.
PhysiatristA physiatrist is a doctor who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This highly trained specialist sees patients daily and coordinates care throughout the rehabilitation process. Rehabilitation nurseA nurse trained in rehabilitation techniques is assigned to patients upon admission. A rehab nurse teaches patients and their families the skills necessary to manage patients’ medications, diet, skin care, bowel and bladder programs. Physical therapistPhysical therapists instruct patients on strengthening their muscles, preventing joint tightness, increasing endurance, improving balance and coordination and achieving maximum mobility. Physical therapists teach patients the skills necessary for functioning after discharge. Occupational therapistOccupational therapists help patients improve their ability to perform everyday self-care practices including dressing, grooming, feeding and homemaking. This therapist teaches patients exercises and activities that increase their strength and coordination. Also, occupational therapists demonstrate how to use adaptive equipment such as walkers and crutches. Speech therapistSpeech therapists help patients improve their memory, verbal and nonverbal communication. Patients are taught alternative methods of communication, if speaking is not a realistic goal. Speech therapists work with patients to improve their swallowing ability, if the injury or illness has caused a swallowing problem. Case managerA case manager helps patients and families in planning for the return home. PsychologistA psychologist counsels patients and their families to adjust emotionally to their injury or illness. Recreational therapistA recreational therapist explores leisure and community activities suited to patients’ interests and abilities. InformationFor more information on treatment at Shands Rehab Hospital, please call 352.265.5491. |
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