Long-term acute-care rehabilitation hospitals specialize in treating patients who may have more than one serious condition, but who may improve with time and care and return home. Short-term acute-care rehabilitation hospitals can help speed the recovery process following surgery (most often an orthopedic surgery such as joint replacement or spine repair) or an extended hospital stay. Treatment plans are individualized and most patients participate in two to three hours of physical and occupational therapy a day. Most medical hospitals and skilled nursing facilities do not have many technological advances needed to retrain the body and the brain. Acute-care rehabilitation hospitals have large physical therapy areas, indoor pools, hydro tubs, specialized equipment to promote strength and movement, and more.

Source: Daily Sun September 06, 2020 10:30 UTC