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Orthopedics
Program
Mission
Designed for individuals recovering from hip
fractures, multiple orthopedic trauma, joint replacement, or revision
surgery, the NRH orthopedic rehabilitation program provides physical
rehabilitation treatment for individuals whose cases range from routine to
complex. When admitted to the program, patients and their families join
the specialized orthopedic rehabilitation team to work closely together on
establishing specific goals designed to assist in regaining independence
in home, social, and community activities.
Medical Rehabilitation Staff
Each of NRH's six orthopedic rehabilitation
specialty physicians is certified by the American Board of Physical
Medicine and Rehabilitation. Collectively, these physiatrists hold over 53
years of experience-including 25 years at NRH-in managing hundreds of
orthopedic rehabilitation cases. Among them, they hold special expertise
and interest in acute and chronic pain syndromes, wound care,
shoulder/ankle/foot/hip injuries, electro diagnostics, and urodynamic
studies.
Program Features
The case management approach employed within
the orthopedic rehabilitation program involves tailoring rehabilitation
services to meet the needs of patients and payors alike. Team members work
under the post-surgical protocols established by a patient's orthopedic
surgeon and routinely manage joint revisions, traction, and the removal of
hardware.
In addition to the expert rehabilitative
services provided by the orthopedic rehabilitation team, specialized
medical consultation is available from team physicians in such disciplines
as internal medicine, cardiology, and endocrinology, as well as in pain
management.
Admission
Patients having orthopedic surgery that will
require post-operative rehabilitation are encouraged to speak with their
physicians before surgery to learn more about rehabilitation options and
processes. Similarly, individuals who have sustained orthopedic injury
should speak with their social workers/discharge planners. In either case,
a referral to a rehabilitation facility should be arranged.
Last Updated:
09/07/05 |
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