Rehabilitation Services

Different types of rehabilitation services

Rehab services can be multidisciplinary and may involve physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists. Cancer rehabilitation, for example, addresses the physical and emotional challenges associated with the whole disease and its treatments.

Rehabilitation treatments at Manatee Health may include: 

Cardiac rehabilitation. A specialized program for patients recovering from heart disease, chest surgery and heart attack. It can involve supervised exercise, education on heart-healthy living, diet and counseling to reduce stress.

Pulmonary rehabilitation. For patients with chronic respiratory conditions like emphysema, pulmonary rehab can involve exercise, nutritional counseling and strategies for managing discomfort and symptoms.

Rehabilitation after major surgery or injury

Patients recovering from fractures, joint replacements and spine injuries may require intensive physical rehabilitation. After conditions and illnesses like these, rehabilitation focus is often on reducing pain, improving physical function and preventing complications.

Post-surgical rehab. Physical therapy is essential for regaining strength and mobility. Therapists can develop personalized exercise programs to improve muscle strength and promote healing. 

Fractures and orthopedic injury. Healing from fractures involves exercises to restore movement and flexibility. It may also include pain management techniques and functional training (like balancing on one leg) to help patients return to normal activities. 

Our team is dedicated to improving our patients' quality of life by helping them regain and build skills necessary to lead independent, productive and satisfying lives.