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Rehabilitation Services
Last updated: 09/06/2007
Cabell Huntington Hospital helps patients recover from illness or injury through its Rehabilitation Services Department. Therapy during a patient's hospital stay and after returning home can be vital to resuming an active lifestyle.
The Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation units use a variety of tools and techniques such as exercise, gait training, pain management, training in the activities of daily living and speech/language training to help patients regain strength and functioning.
Physical Therapy
With a physician's referral, patients are evaluated and treatment programs are developed for each patient's specific problems and needs. The department provides in- and outpatient programs and establishes home programs.
Speech Therapy
Speech therapy involves the evaluation and treatment of articulation, language, voice, fluency, feeding and swallowing disorders. Speech therapy works with patients from infants to the elderly.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is skilled treatment that helps you achieve or improve independent living skills after illness or injury or in coping with a chronic condition. Services may include:
- Individualized treatment programs to improve your ability to perform daily activities
- Performance skills assessments and treatment
- Adaptive equipment recommendations and training
- Guidance to family members and caregivers
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiac rehabilitation helps cardiac patients recover quickly, improve their overall physical and mental functioning, and regain their independence after a cardiac event or procedure. Acceptable diagnoses for cardiac rehabilitation include myocardial infarction (heart attack), coronary artery bypass graft surgery, percutaneous coronary intervention, heart valve repair/replacement, heart or heart/lung transplant and stable angina pectoris.
Core components of cardiac rehabilitation include patient assessment, cardiovascular exercise, nutritional counseling, tobacco cessation, stress management and risk factor modification. Our staff works with you, combining elements of education, counseling and exercise to develop an individualized therapeutic plan of care.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Pulmonary rehabilitation is a multi-disciplinary program of care for patients with chronic respiratory impairment (COPD, asthma, restrictive diseases, etc.) that is individually designed to optimize physical and social performance.
Core components of pulmonary rehabilitation include patient assessment, cardiovascular exercise, nutritional counseling, tobacco cessation, psychosocial support, medication management, breathing techniques, and energy conservation training. Our staff works with you, combining elements of education, counseling and exercise to develop an individualized therapeutic plan of care.
Tobacco Cessation Program
Freedom From Smoking is a tobacco cessation program developed by the American Lung Association. The clinic consists of eight group sessions led by a certified Freedom From Smoking facilitator. The program uses a positive behavior modification approach that teaches you how to become a nonsmoker for good. You will receive guidance in developing your own quitting plan, dealing with recovery symptoms, controlling weight, managing stress, and practicing relaxation techniques.
For additional information on any of these programs, please contact Rachel Frame, MS or Lois Gault, MS at (304) 696-2076.
Contact Information:
| Phone: | (304) 526-2076 |