Why Kaweah Health Acute Rehabilitation
The Kaweah Health acute rehabilitation programs offer a higher level of care for patients recovering from serious illness or injury. They are designed to accelerate recovery and improve long-term outcomes through:
- Individualized therapeutic interventions for patients and families
- A multidisciplinary team including therapists, nurses, physicians, dietitians, case managers, and social workers
- High-intensity rehabilitation: three hours of therapy a day, five days a week
- Proven outcomes: faster discharges and higher functional gains compared to skilled nursing facility rehab
- Evidence-based benefits including increased quality of life and reduced hospital readmission
At Kaweah Health, we go beyond traditional rehab to support every aspect of your recovery with innovative tools, compassionate care, and real-world retraining:
- SafeGait 360º Balance and Mobility Trainer®
- Outdoor mobility training course
- Home and community simulations
- Community reintegration outings
- BITS: Bioness Integrated Therapy System
- Switch gaming for neurological rehabilitation
- Vision specialists for visual retraining
- Stroke education and diabetic foot care groups
- Family education and training
- Pet therapy for emotional well-being
- Peer support and ongoing support groups
