October 31, 2017
Author lancaster
As you may have guessed, a significant difference between a rehabilitation facility and nursing home is the former is a facility designed to send the vast majority of patients back home after a period of time of live-in therapies. Well, that’s the simple answer. Read on for a more in-depth analysis of the difference beyond length of stay. We’re On Your Schedule We’ve all heard horror stories of nursing homes waking patients at all hours of the night to administer medication, bathe, or feed them. While this certainly isn’t ideal, and most good nursing facilities prefer not work this way, the reality is they have limited staff availability over the long haul, so alternative scheduling methods must be employed to ensure all patients receive whatRead More +
August 14, 2017
Author lancaster
If your loved one is recovering from an illness, surgery, or an injury, you may be looking for a good nursing home where they can recover. However, many patients actually need the care provided at a rehab center instead of a nursing home. What’s the difference between a nursing home and a rehabilitation center? Here’s a closer look at their differences and some helpful information to help you decide which type of facility your loved one will benefit from the most. Nursing Home vs. Rehab Center: Different Goals When comparing a nursing home with a local rehab center, you’ll find that these facilities have different goals. A nursing home usually offers long-term care, and in most cases, patients do not return to their homes, butRead More +
June 17, 2017
Author lancaster
“Get Some Rest” I’m sure you’ve heard people say to the wounded, “just try to get some rest.” How right they are. Getting ample amounts of sleep improves the healing process as well as promotes emotional and mental alertness and wellness in several ways: Rest supports the immune system, strengthening the body’s natural defenses against infection and disease—a critical component of healing. Solid sleep promotes anabolic processes, or the renewal of tissue in the body, such as cell division and protein synthesis. When recovering from surgery or healing from an injury, there is an increase in the level of anabolic activity required as the new tissue requirement exceeds the constant demand for normal cell replenishment. Maintaining a soothing and quiet environment can ease symptoms ofRead More +
June 11, 2017
Author lancaster
After injury or surgery it’s normal to have some challenges getting back full range of motion and strength, which is why physical therapy is such a critical part of the recovery and healing process. Once you’re cleared by your doctor and therapist, there may still be some work to do in order to regain as much strength and range of motion as possible, so we’ve put together a few tips for you to begin an independent—or guided—workout regimen at home or local gym. Find Support — Work Out With Friends Think of this as an extension of the benefits of your time with a physical therapist. You certainly can go it alone and watch exercise videos online, however there’s power in accountability and encouragement thatRead More +
February 28, 2017
Author lancaster
After a major surgery, illness, or injury, often the next stop is short term rehabilitation at a transitional care facility before being sent home. The last few words are key: sent home. Up to this point you have been in the care of skilled professionals with years and even decades of training and experience under their belt, with certain treatment methodologies so familiar they’ve become muscle memory. As a home care giver taking on these responsibilities can be daunting. Fortunately, there are a great number of resources to help ease the transition from skilled nursing to home care. Before Going Home Process The Changes Whether you have hours or days to prepare for the transition, take some time to begin to process the life changesRead More +
