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Stroke is the leading cause of disability in the United States affecting more than 500,000 people each year. About two-thirds of those who experience a stroke survive and require rehabilitation because of difficulty walking, speaking, eating or taking care of themselves. Desert Canyon Rehabilitation Hospital offers comprehensive, personalized rehabilitation services for stroke survivors. The goal of the stroke program will be to work together as a team (you, your family and our staff) to develop a comprehensive therapy program specifically designed to meet your individualized therapy goals. We will work with you, every step of the way, to assist you in regaining function and in coping with the physical and psychological impact of stroke so that you can achieve optimal living.
Benefits of a comprehensive program
Recent stroke research indicates that significant improvements in physical and cognitive abilities can be achieved when an individual begins therapy in a dedicated rehabilitation environment, like Desert Canyon. This research indicates that the earlier the intervention and therapy can begin, the better the outcome. From the comfortable and specially designed treatment areas to the professionally trained staff, Desert Canyon will foster communication and a team approach to therapy unmatched in the Western United States.
Personalized Care
When you arrive at Desert Canyon you will be met by your Rehabilitation Therapy Team. This team of professional doctors, nurses and therapists will conduct a comprehensive evaluation. We will then work with you and your family to develop a team treatment strategy that is specifically tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Your stay with us will include daily therapy including several hours of physical, occupational and/or speech therapies. You will also have time for recreation and socialization with our other guests in our day room. If you like, your plan can also include some personal time for reflection or perhaps meditation in our outdoor therapy garden. We recognize that therapy is about healing the whole person – body and mind.
Your care team and personalized services
At Desert Canyon, our physiatrists -- doctors who specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation -- will assemble a professional staff of physical, occupational, and speech therapists who will be available to you during your stay. These professionals are your personal treatment team in addition to the dieticians, recreation therapists, and any other consulting specialists or ancillary staff. You can rest assured that whatever your specific needs are, we have a superior team of clinical and rehabilitation specialists ready to assist you.
Your rehabilitation experience will depend upon what you need to become independent. You may have needs in the following areas:
- · Mobility skills such as walking, using a wheelchair or transferring
- · Self-care skills such as feeding, bathing, dressing
- · Communication skills in speech and language
- · Cognitive skills such as memory or problem-solving
- · Social skills for interacting with other people
The number of services you receive will depend on your needs. The services available include:·
- Rehabilitation nursing
- · Physical therapy
- · Occupational therapy
- · Speech-language therapy
- · Nutrition care
- · Rehabilitation counseling
- · Social work
- · Psychiatry/psychology
- · Chaplaincy
- · Patient/family education
- · Support groups
- · Community resources
Education and Support
Part of your therapy experience with us will include reinforcing your progress and understanding all facets of stroke. Along with actual therapy and skill rebuilding, we will provide you with education about stroke including information on ways to prevent stroke in the future. We will also provide you and your family with access to community resources that you may find helpful once you return home. These resources include local support groups; adaptive equipment and daily living needs; and many more.
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