Orthopaedic rehabilitation at Bryn Mawr Rehab is a comprehensive program designed to assist individuals in regaining strength, mobility and endurance following a variety of orthopaedic conditions. This program leverages a blend of traditional and innovative therapies to meet the unique needs of each patient.
Our approach prioritizes personalized exercises and treatments to improve mobility and reduce pain caused by:
Individuals with sports injuries, arthritis, osteoporosis and anyone facing surgery for joint replacements or repairing severe fractures can benefit from orthopaedic rehab. Early intervention through rehabilitation can make a critical difference in the speed and extent of recovery.
Patients admitted to Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital undergo three hours of intensive therapy at least five days a week. Each patient benefits from a customized treatment regimen which may include:
On the inpatient side, a typical orthopaedic rehab session starts with pain reduction before increasing to range of motion, strength, mobility, coordination and endurance. In addition to traditional physical therapy and occupational therapy, our orthopaedic rehab team offers creative treatment options like horticulture therapy and pet therapy to help orthopaedic rehab patients make progress toward their therapy goals.
People who see us for inpatient care are encouraged to continue the healing process through our comprehensive outpatient programs. Orthopaedic rehabilitation is customized to the goals and interests that best motivate our patients. Orthopaedic rehab services may include:
450 — number of orthopaedic rehab inpatients between the ages of 18 and 97 each year
14 — average number of days patients stay on-site
84 — percentage of inpatients able to return home after discharge
Upon entering our orthopaedic rehab program, patients can anticipate a comprehensive journey toward recovery. The initial focus is on pain reduction, which gradually progresses to enhancing physical function. Each patient benefits from a personalized treatment plan aimed at achieving their specific rehabilitation goals. Beyond the physical aspect of therapy, our program is designed to provide extensive education on fall prevention, home safety and the use of adaptive equipment to both patients and their families, facilitating a smooth transition back to an active lifestyle.
We also encourage and support patient and family education whenever possible to ease the transition to an active lifestyle after hospitalization. To keep families involved during inpatient rehab, Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital offers on-site guest accommodations for family members who do not live locally.
Orthopaedic rehab at Main Line Health is more than just treatment; it's about rebuilding lives with compassion, expertise and a commitment to excellence. Whether you're preparing for surgery or looking to regain your strength and mobility after an injury, our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way.
With three locations in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, we’re sure to offer pelvic floor rehabilitation near you. Our pelvic floor PTs treat pelvic floor conditions in men and women and we’re able to offer comprehensive treatments for these sometimes complex conditions.
As part of our specialized treatment for each athlete, sports injury rehab includes use of therapies and training exercises that not only mimic the demands of your sport but also address the unique conditions of the specific position you play within your sport.
Our multidisciplinary approach to inpatient and outpatient speech therapy rehab includes expert diagnosis and treatment of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders led by master’s-level, licensed and certified speech pathologists.
Occupational therapy and sensory integration helps patients who’ve experienced a debilitative injury or illness return to activities of daily living (ADL), such as dressing, eating, writing, shopping, toileting and driving.
Independence is a major goal of every rehabilitation program. For over 30 years, the driver rehabilitation program at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital has offered a unique way for patients to return to this crucial aspect of their lives.
Combining medical practice with therapeutic rehabilitation, the inpatient medical rehab program supports patients with a wide range of acute or chronic conditions that cause temporary or permanent disability. Our goal is always to help patients regain as much independence as possible.
Through the amputee rehabilitation program, we offer a full range of amputee support and rehabilitation from pre-amputation evaluation to advanced prosthetic training, assuring medical management throughout the process.
A hand therapy specialist is well-versed in a variety of methods and works to develop a personalized regimen for the unique needs of every patient. Our patients come from all walks of life—from young athletes to long-term arthritis sufferers to accidental burn victims.
