The Rehabilitation and Recovery Unit may be the next appropriate step in your care…

Coping with a debilitating illness or injury can be overwhelming.  Many patients may need additional rehabilitation services after a hospital stay.  With so many options available, some patients find it almost impossible to decide which way to turn to receive superior rehabilitation therapies.

Our Approach

The therapy program at Kolob is more than just a group exercise program.  The therapists assess each patient based on their individual circumstances and a rehabilitation plan is customized and individualized for each individual patient, based on their needs.  Some patients may be able to tolerate more advanced therapy while others may need a little more time to reach their full potential.  Group therapy is rarely utilized.  Most patients receive one on one treatment from the therapists. 

Kolob's short-term rehabilitation team is staffed with highly trained professionals including clinical coordinators, physicians, dieticians, occupational and physical therapists, speech and language pathologists, recreation specialists, and additional support staff.

The Rehabilitation and Recovery Unit Eases Return to Home

• Maximize functioning and independence
• Provide patient and family education
• Assess and facilitate discharge needs
• Identify community resources that can help
• Make referrals to outpatient services

What we Do

The Rehabilitation and Recovery Unit provides a sub-acute level of care.  Typically patients are admitted to the Rehabilitation and Recovery Unit for the following types of care: 

• cardiac recovery
• post surgical recovery
• oncology and pain management
• pulmonary management
• skin and wound care
• complex medical management

Our Therapists

Following are descriptions of the therapists who play the largest role in the care of a post-acute rehabilitation patient:

Physical Therapist:
A physical therapist will assist in developing, maintaining, and restoring optimal physical function, independence, and quality of life.  A physical therapist will help to correct strength and balance issues that have made it difficult for you to function at home and in the community.  The goal is to restore normal movement and function while attempting to resolve problems such as pain, muscle weakness, loss of motion or lack of coordination. 

Occupational Therapist: 
An occupational therapist will help in evaluating and increasing your ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) such as dressing, bathing, getting up from a chair or out of bed, grooming, self feeding along with other independent living skills.

Speech Language Pathologist
A speech language pathologist will assist in the process of assessing and rebuilding speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing difficulties.  He/she will develop a plan aimed at increasing your ability to communicate and help you overcome any issues related to swallowing.