Orthopedics Rehabilitation Program

The orthopedic program provides an intensive, interdisciplinary team approach to the rehabilitation of patients who have sustained fractures or required major joint replacement. In addition, the orthopedic program has expertise in managing patients who have sustained major multi-trauma. The orthopedic program focuses on functional activities that promote return to home as well as assuring that patient and family education facilitates independence and wellness following discharge.

Program Components

• Interdisciplinary Evaluations (by all treatment team members)
• Comprehensive Medical Management
• Mobility, home, and community skills training
• Self care training
• Use of therapeutic modalities
• Home safety assessment
• Case Management
• Weekly Teem Meeting
• Family Conference (as needed)
• Self-medication Program
• Comprehensive Outpatient Services

Services

New England Rehabilitation Hospital has designated a specific clinical team to treat total joint patients. Led by a physiatrist, the team is comprised of rehabilitation nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and case managers. The team provides:

• Medical Management
• Physical and Occupational Therapy
• Pain Management
• Patient Education
• Home Exercise Program
• Adaptive Equipment
• Team Meetings
• Discharge Planning