May 10, 2022
Your physician might recommend short-term rehabilitation following a planned surgery or unexpected injury. Ideally, rehab should be the first step following many procedures before going home, but for many seniors, there is hesitation. While you should always trust the expertise and advice of your doctor, you should also be motivated to do whatever it takes to have a speedy and productive recovery.
Depending on where you live, there are several options for short-term rehabilitation:
Short-term rehabilitation for the elderly provides 24/7 medical and therapeutic services to older adults following an injury, accident, or illness. These services are intended for temporary use, and most individuals experience recovery within weeks or a couple of months.
Short-term rehabilitation for the elderly can provide numerous benefits in various circumstances. Most senior living communities tailor rehabilitation services to each individual’s needs through on-site occupational, physical and speech therapies. Some of the other beneficial reasons to consider short-term rehab within a full-service senior living community include:
Short-term rehabilitation for the elderly has many advantages worth considering. If you’ve been planning to explore your options, start a conversation with your physician to develop an action plan that helps you get back on your feet and back home as quickly as possible.
At Parkwood, our experienced team of senior rehabilitation professionals is committed to helping you recover the strengths, skills, independence and confidence to return home to family and friends. Our senior rehabilitation program provides physical, speech and occupational therapy by some of the most outstanding therapists in Tarrant County.
Learn more about our senior rehabilitation services and schedule a tour of our campus to see all that Parkwood has to offer.
Find more time to focus on life’s simple pleasures, in a vibrant senior living community that feels like home. The caring staff a Parkwood is devoted to your individual needs, creating an atmosphere of warmth and friendliness. It’s the right place for you now, and with our continuum of care, it’s the right place for your future.
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