Post Hospital Rehabilitation

Post-hospital rehabilitation for seniors is an essential part of the recovery process after a hospitalization. It aims to help seniors regain strength, mobility, and independence so that they can return to their home safely and return to their daily activities. Overall, post-hospital rehabilitation for seniors can be a critical component of their recovery process. 

Mobile Post Hospital Rehabilitation At FisioMed

By working closely with our healthcare team seniors can regain strength, mobility, and independence and return to their daily activities with confidence. Our team develops a personalized rehabilitation plan where the physiotherapist, occupational therapist and kinesiologists work together to meet the specific needs and goals of the patient.

What To Expect

Our team also monitors progress and adjust the plan as needed. Rehabilitation is an ongoing process, and progress should be monitored closely to ensure that the senior is making steady gains. The rehabilitation plan may need to be adjusted as the patient’s condition changes or new goals are established. After one is discharged from the hospital, and with the doctor’s permission, we can start rehab in the comfort of your own home, where our initial goal is often to begin working on the affected areas, and to strengthen the muscles around it.

Physical Rehabilitation can help you recover from the effects of a hospital stay in a number of ways, including:

  • Regaining strength and mobility: Hospital stays can leave you weak and de-conditioned, which can make it difficult to perform everyday activities. Physical Rehabilitation can help you regain strength, mobility, and function so that you can return to your normal activities as soon as possible.
  • Improving flexibility and range of motion: Depending on your condition, you may experience limited range of motion or stiffness following a hospital stay. Rehabilitation can help improve your flexibility and range of motion, making it easier for you to move and perform activities.
  • Reducing pain: Some hospital stays cause painful joints due to immobility, and you may continue to experience pain or discomfort after you leave the hospital. Rehabilitation can help reduce pain through techniques such as massage, exercise, and stretching.
  • Managing chronic conditions: If you have a chronic condition such as arthritis or diabetes, hospital stays can exacerbate your symptoms. Rehabilitation can help you manage your condition and prevent complications through exercises and education on lifestyle changes.
  • Promoting independence and self-care: Rehabilitation can help you learn new skills and techniques that can improve your ability to care for yourself and perform daily activities. This can help you regain a sense of independence and reduce your reliance on caregivers.

Overall, rehabilitation can help you recover from the effects of a hospital stay and improve your quality of life. Working with a skilled rehabilitation team can help you achieve your recovery goals and get back to your normal activities as soon as possible.

Proper home environment is very important in your return from a hospital stay. After a hospital stay, you may need to make modifications to your home to ensure that it is safe and accessible for you. This is particularly important if you have a condition that affects your mobility, balance, or coordination.

Here are some examples of home modifications that may be necessary:

  • Installing grab bars in the bathroom: This can help prevent falls and provide support when getting in and out of the bathtub or shower.
  • Removing tripping hazards: This may include removing loose rugs, electrical cords, or clutter that could cause you to trip or fall.
  • Installing handrails on stairs: This can provide additional support and stability when going up and down stairs.
  • Installing a raised toilet seat: This can make it easier to use the toilet if you have difficulty sitting or standing.
  • Getting assessed for a proper gait (walker, cane) aid that you will be able to use around your home.
  • Adding a ramp or lift: If you use a wheelchair or walker, you may need a ramp or lift to access your home.

In addition to making physical modifications to your home, it is also important to consider the social and emotional aspects of your home environment. This may include ensuring that you have access to social support, transportation, and other resources that can help you maintain your independence and improve your quality of life.

Overall, the home environment plays a critical role in your recovery after a hospital stay. By making necessary modifications and ensuring that your home is safe and accessible, you can increase your chances of a successful recovery and a smooth transition back to your daily activities. Working with our healthcare team of occupational therapist and physiotherapists, we can help you identify the modifications that are necessary for your specific needs and goals.

It is important to inquire about setting up a physiotherapy assessment as soon as possible, our therapists are able to come in and assess you even during your hospital stay. The exact timing of your physiotherapy assessment will depend on a number of factors, including the nature and severity of your condition, your overall health, and your goals for recovery. In general, the physiotherapist would be able to assess if rehabilitation can commence right away or more time is need for you to recover.

Here are some signs that you may benefit from a physiotherapy assessment after your hospital stay:

  • You have difficulty walking or standing.
  • You experience pain or weakness in your muscles or joints.
  • You have trouble performing daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, or cooking.
  • You feel unsteady on your feet or have a history of falls.
  • You have had surgery or a medical procedure that has affected your mobility or function.

Shortage of rehabilitation staff in our hospitals can result in patients not receiving regular physiotherapy, which can lead to a decline in physical function due to limited movement. Private physiotherapists can provide the necessary physiotherapy that patients require, even when in the hospital setting. This can help prevent further physical decline and promote a quicker recovery.

Here are some of the hospitals that we are able to provide private physiotherapy:

Peace Arch Hospital (15521 Russell Ave, White Rock, BC V4B 5M2)

Langley Memorial Hospital (22051 Fraser Hwy, Langley Twp, BC V3A 4H4)

Surrey Memorial Hospital (13750 96 Ave, Surrey, BC V3V 1Z2)

Royal Columbian Hospital (330 E Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3L 3W7)

Delta Hospital (5800 Mountain View Blvd, Delta, BC V4K 3V6)

Eagle Ridge Hospital (475 Guildford Way, Port Moody, BC V3H 3W9)

Are My Post Hospital Rehabilitation Costs Fully Covered? 

The coverage of post-hospital rehabilitation costs may vary depending on various factors such as your insurance coverage and the type and duration of rehabilitation required. Coverages can be different between patients based on the specific situation.

It is important to check with your insurance provider the level of coverage you’re entitled to and how much you will pay out of pocket, if any at all. If you’re approved by your insurance provider, we are able to direct bill to them and deal with the logistics of it.