Sub-Acute Rehabilitation

Sub-Acute Program Description

The Skilled Medical Rehabilitation Center provides outcome-oriented, individualized care for patients with a wide range of complex medical needs.

Individuals who have undergone Orthopedic or Other General Surgery require intensive therapeutic intervention in the presence of appropriate post-surgical monitoring to ensure optimal outcomes and return to the desired level of function. These patients may benefit from:

Patients who present with Cardio-Pulmonary Diseases, including Pneumonia, COPD, PostCOVID, History of Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack), and other diagnoses require specialized support to ensure the cardio-pulmonary system is supported while working on the patient’s ability to tolerate functional activities. These individuals may also require ventilator support, have experienced a period of respiratory distress or arrest, and/or require mechanical assistance to protect their airway and to maintain appropriate oxygen saturation levels. Our Respiratory Therapy Program can be of benefit to patients with these diagnoses. If the individual has been on a ventilator for an extended period, a tracheotomy will have been performed for more efficient suctioning and oxygen delivery. These individuals may benefit from such services as:

Individuals who have Infectious Processes causing fever, chest congestion, or Sepsis will require careful monitoring of their medical condition. These issues are often found in individuals who have had extended hospital stays with multiple procedures. These individuals can benefit from such services as:

Individuals who have had surgery or multiple medical complications often suffer from Skin Breakdown leading to Wounds that require specialized management. Skin integrity management is a priority for all our patients. SMRC utilizes a team approach to skin integrity management and wound healing, including physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, respiratory therapists, and dieticians. These individuals can benefit from wound care services such as:

Endocrine and Metabolic Process Disorders, including Renal (Kidney) Disease, Diabetes, and others are common causes of medical decline and can result in altered mental status and other problems. These processes must be adequately managed to help the individual recover fully and to reduce the likelihood of a future event. These individuals can benefit from services such as:

Patients experiencing Central Nervous System Disease, including Cerebrovascular Accident (stroke), Anoxic Injury (lack of oxygen), Encephalopathy secondary to metabolic disorders or infectious disease process, and individuals following significant Traumatic Injury or Illness may demonstrate a decline in their level of alertness or cognitive functioning. These individuals may benefit from such services as:

In order to provide patients with the best possible therapeutic and environmental stimulation, SMRC incorporates various pieces of Specialty Equipment, in addition to the typical therapeutic modalities. SMRC is experienced in recommending specialty patient-specific equipment. This includes but is not limited to:

The comprehensive treatment team at SMRC continually assesses the patient’s progress and needs to implement adjustments consistent with medical/functional status changes. Upon achieving stable medical recovery, and when appropriate, there is an interdisciplinary treatment team evaluation for transition to a lower level of care, such as home or Long-Term Care. The SMRC team is able to facilitate Discharge Planning including scheduling physician follow-up appointments, arranging for Home Health Care and Durable Medical Equipment, and providing access to community resources post-discharge. The Skilled Medical Rehabilitation Center has experience providing the services listed above, as well as other services that individuals suffering from medical impairment may need – progressing throughout the continuum of care in order to participate in more intensive rehabilitation services.