Inpatient Rehabilitation
Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Center offers an intensive, inpatient therapy program for patients transitioning from a hospital stay or recovering from surgery.
Programs at our inpatient rehab facility
Our rehabilitation programs are designed to help our patients reach their highest level of function and independence. Choose an option below to learn more about the programs offered at our acute inpatient rehab facility.
Stroke/neurological disorders
Patients admitted to Firelands Regional Medical Center Inpatient Rehabilitation Center will receive therapy based on an individualized plan of care. For individuals recovering from a stroke, therapeutic interventions may be based on the presentation of symptoms and not necessarily on the location of the stroke in the brain. Physical therapy (PT) aims to help stroke survivors reclaim physical function and maintain independence in their daily lives. PT incorporates a variety of activities to promote neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to learn, reorganize, and adapt to stroke recovery.
It is important to provide patients with encouragement and support throughout their rehabilitation process. The use of visual and verbal feedback has a significant impact, as it can be difficult for individuals to notice small changes that occur during the course of treatment.
The Firelands neurological disorders program is designed to meet the needs of those with chronic progressive conditions, including Parkinson's disease, Guillain-Barré syndrome and multiple sclerosis. Both physiatry and neurology are used to help patients become more independent and learn to minimize future medical issues.
Orthopedics/joints
Treating musculoskeletal injuries and conditions is a short-term rehabilitation program that is individualized to meet the patient's needs and functional goals.
Rehabilitation needs after orthopedic surgery vary. Our program includes traditional therapy intervention, alternative techniques and pain management to maximize independence.
Amputee program
Rehabilitation for the patient begins shortly after the time of amputation and continues until the completion of prosthetic rehabilitation.
Arthritis-rheumatoid program
The most severe form of arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, requires special rehabilitation services. Our program includes traditional therapy techniques and focuses on diet, exercise and patient education.
Brain injury
Early rehabilitation following a brain injury is crucial in helping patients reach the fullest physical and cognitive recovery.
Cardiac care
While most recovery from a traumatic heart attack or bypass surgery is uneventful, prolonged ventilator dependence or critical care stays may necessitate formal rehabilitation before returning home. Our program combines the needed therapy with education to maximize functioning.
Oncology
The oncology program promotes maximum functioning for individuals with cancer-related health conditions.
Patients may be admitted to the program to increase strength before starting treatment, after treatment, or for supportive patient and family education.
Spinal cord injury
Injuries involving the spinal cord are complicated and require the expertise of physicians trained in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Under their guidance, the team develops a treatment plan for the unique needs of each patient.
Not sure if the inpatient rehabilitation facility at Firelands is right for you? Use this checklist to compare our inpatient rehabilitation programs to others.
Our inpatient rehab team
Our multi-specialty team approach to rehabilitation services sets us apart. A number of highly trained professionals from a broad scope of disciplines participate in a collaborative approach to rehabilitation therapies. They include:
- A physiatrist
A medical doctor who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation. They diagnose and prescribe the patient, and then the physical therapist fulfills the therapies the doctor prescribes.
- Case managers
A licensed social worker who coordinates with the physician, therapists, nurses, patient, family and insurance company to ensure the patient’s needs are met.
- Dietary and nutritional counselors
Assists with developing and monitoring patients’ nutrition to ensure that they receive what is needed to support recovery.
- Rehabilitation nurses
A licensed nurse who implements each patient’s medical care plan as directed by the physician.
- Speech-language pathologists
A licensed therapist who assesses and treats individuals with communication and comprehension disorders, cognitive difficulties and swallowing disorders.
- Occupational therapists
A licensed therapist who focuses on helping patients rebuild skills in daily living activities.
- Physical therapists
A licensed therapist who specializes in maximizing a patient’s mobility and independence to improve major motor and sensory impairments.
- A neuropsychologist
- Respiratory therapists, if indicated
A licensed clinician who ensures proper respiratory function.
Admissions and referrals
A physician, case manager, social worker or discharge planner can refer a patient for admission to the rehabilitation program. Family referrals and self-referrals are also encouraged. A nurse liaison will come to your home, assess your situation and discuss which of our programs might best meet your rehabilitative needs.
Insurance coverage
Most insurance policies, as well as Medicare/Medicaid, cover rehabilitation care (in full or in part) in an acute care setting such as Firelands. Our admissions staff will assist you in understanding what your current insurance policy covers.
