Neurorehabilitation

Whether you've had a traumatic brain injury or you're on the road to stroke recovery, neurorehabilitation can help improve the way an individual functions in everyday life.

Comprehensive Outpatient Neurological Care in the Palm Beach Health Network

A physical, life-changing event such as a stroke can happen at any moment. Should you or a family member require stroke rehabilitation, the Palm Beach Health Network’s dedicated and compassionate team is ready to help.

We offer a wide range of outpatient rehabilitation services in Palm Beach County including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Our neurorehabilitation program focuses on the physical and emotional well-being of patients from the onset of the condition throughout recovery.

Stroke recovery can be a lifelong process. When you visit any of our facilties, we’re here to help you every step of the way toward meeting your recovery goals.

What Is Neurorehabilitation?

Neurorehabilitation is a physician-referred comprehensive program designed for patients who require support or recovery time following a traumatic brain injury, neurosurgery, stroke or progressive neurological diseases, such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease. Neurorehabilitation can help motor and language recovery and overall well-being of patients.

Common Disorders that Can Benefit from Neurorehabilitation:

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) - also called Lou Gehrig's disease, a group of rare and progressive neurological diseases that affects the nerve cells or neurons that are responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movement like chewing, walking and talking. There is no cure yet for ALS and no effective treatment to stop or reverse the progression of this disease.
Alzheimer's disease - an irreversible and progressive neurological disorder that slowly destroys a person's memory, thinking skills and ability to carry out the simplest tasks. Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia among older adults.
Multiple Sclerosis - a disease of the nervous system that involves the myelin sheath, the material that surrounds and protects the nerve cells. Once damaged, it slows down or blocks messages between the brain and the body. Symptoms include visual disturbances, muscle weakness, trouble with coordination and balance, sensations such as numbness and prickling as well as thinking and memory problems.
Parkinson's disease - a type of movement disorder that occurs when nerve cells in the brain do not produce enough dopamine. Symptoms begin gradually which includes trembling; stiffness of the arms, legs and trunk; slowness of movement and poor balance and coordination. Exposure to occupational chemicals may increase the risk for developing Parkinson's disease.
Brain and spinal cord injuries
Stroke
Tremor

Types of treatments may include:

Assistive tools, equipment and products that help people who have lost mobility. Common examples of assistive tools include crutches, prostheses, orthoses, wheelchairs and tricycles
Nutritional counseling
Treatment for pain
Cryotherapy and thermotherapy - treats musculoskeletal pain and swelling
Exercise therapy including strengthening, mobility or balance-building exercises
Electrical stimulation to treat pain
Traction - takes the pressure off compressed or damaged joints
Hydrotherapy – uses water therapy such as performing exercises in a pool or whirlpool
Soft tissue manipulation – helps reduce pain and decrease muscle tension through the use of hands-on techniques on the muscles, ligaments and fascia to optimize function
Joint mobilization – a manual technique where a therapist moves your joint firmly and carefully in the desired direction
Kinesiology taping – the application of therapeutic adhesive tapes to specific areas of the body to decompress trigger points, boost circulation, improve lymphatic drainage and reduce pain and inflammation

Why choose the Palm Beach Health Network for rehabilitation services?

We have numerous options for outpatient rehabilitation services at multiple locations in Palm Beach County. We offer caring and compassionate treatment options, including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy services.