Hospital-based rehabilitation
Early intervention aims to support function, prevent avoidable complications and work with the multidisciplinary team.
PERSONALISED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY · JOHANNESBURG
Neurological rehabilitation.
A neurological illness or injury can affect movement, thinking, perception, self-care and participation in day-to-day life. Occupational therapy looks at how those changes affect your routines and identifies practical rehabilitation goals with you and your support network.
WHO WE SUPPORT
When might this care help?
A therapist considers the individual circumstances before advising whether a service is suitable. Common reasons for enquiry include:
- People recovering after stroke (cerebrovascular accident)
- People following traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injury
- Individuals with conditions such as Guillain–Barré syndrome or multiple sclerosis
- Patients living with motor neurone disease or dementia who require functional support
- Patients preparing for hospital discharge or continuing rehabilitation as outpatients
OUR APPROACH
What treatment may involve.
Interventions are chosen following an individual assessment. Not every approach is right for every person.
Everyday activity retraining
Therapy may focus on dressing, personal care, household activities and other meaningful routines.
Cognitive and perceptual support
Assessment and strategies may address difficulties with planning, attention or interpreting everyday information.
Discharge and environmental planning
Home or work visits, assistive equipment, referrals and family education may be considered when appropriate.
BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Prepare with confidence.
Bring discharge summaries, medical referrals and therapy reports if you have them. A family member or caregiver may be invited to contribute goals when appropriate and with consent.
Sessions are generally about 45 minutes, depending on the clinical situation. Outpatient accounts are typically settled after consultation, and medical-aid reimbursement depends on your scheme and authorisations.
Read our first-visit guide ↗FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions.
Do you offer both inpatient and outpatient care?
The practice describes inpatient neurological rehabilitation and outpatient follow-up, subject to clinical appropriateness and arrangements.
Can family members attend?
Family involvement is often valuable. Please discuss attendance, consent and your preferences with the practice.
Will therapy help with driving or work?
These areas may be addressed as part of functional rehabilitation and appropriate assessment, with no guarantee of fitness or clearance.
Therapy recommendations are tailored to each patient following an assessment.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Can we help you take the next step?
Talk to our team about your needs and arrange a convenient appointment.