Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program

Early rehabilitation treatment is critical to help patients achieve their fullest potential following a spinal cord injury. At New England Rehabilitation Hospital patients learn how to adapt and return to a normal life. Patients learn how to avoid complications and increase independence. New England Rehabilitation Hospital is pleased to offer a primary care practice for individuals with spinal cord injuries. This program provides individuals with spinal cord injury a community based physician that has the expertise and commitment to care for their special needs on an ongoing and proactive basis.

The spinal cord injury program has received number accolades including being the recipient of the Greater Boston Chapter of the National Spinal Cord Injury Association's Corporate Spirit Award.

The Spinal Cord Injury Team of experienced clinicians at New England Rehabilitation Hospital may include some or all of the following professionals dependent on the patient's individual needs:

• Neurologists
• Physiatrists
• Internists
• Neuropsychologists
• Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurses
• Physical Therapists
• Occupational Therapists
• Speech and Language Pathologists
• Case Managers
• Nutritionists
• Pharmacists

Goals

New England Rehabilitation Hospital's Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Program is designed to help individuals maximize their functional abilities so they can successfully return to the community. This goal is accomplished through development an individualized treatment plan for each patient by the interdisciplinary staff. New England Rehabilitation Hospital advocates for involvement of the family in all aspects of care, and ensures patient/family education, support and participation in life care planning. New England Rehabilitation Hospital is fortunate to have the Greater Boston Chapter of the National Spinal Cord Injury Association at the hospital. The chapter is an invaluable asset in the rehabilitation and support of individuals with spinal cord injury.

Program Components

The Spinal Cord Rehabilitation Program components include:

• AutoAmbulator Body Weight Support Treadmill Training
• Bioness H200
• Bioness L300
• Daily Living Skills Training
• Community Re-Entry Program
• Splinting and Orthotics
• Sexual Counseling
• Educational Series
• Patient/Family Counseling and Support
• Case Management
• Return to Driving Evaluation
• Comprehensive Outpatient Services/Clinics including access to primary care physicians who specialize in the care of individuals with spinal cord injury.