Rehabilitation Services

INPATIENT

Hospitalized patients may benefit from physical, occupational and speech therapy services while a patient in the acute care setting. Services may be appropriate for the patient who is immobilized for conditions such as a stroke, orthopedic injury, surgery, or other medical condition.

ACUTE INPATIENT REHAB

Occasionally a person may need a more intensive and comprehensive program of therapy for conditions such as a stroke, Parkinson's, or fractured hip. This program may require a hospitalization lasting from 7-28 days depending upon the degree of disability and the individual's progress. The program is medically supervised by Dr. Jenness Courtney, Physiatrist, and Dr. Timothy Talbert, Orthopedic Surgeon.

OUTPATIENT

Minden Medical Center Outpatient Rehab Services offers a comprehensive Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy for the treatment of many conditions. These include the following areas:

Orthopedic
Neurological
Spinal
Geriatric
Wellness
Wound care
Diabetic foot
Lymphedema
Women's health
Swallowing Issues
Splinting
Work Related Injury

Our outpatient department is excited to offer the Bioness H200 and L300, state of the art equipment with certified therapists, to promote better use of affected limbs after a stroke using functional electrical stimulation.

We also offer a certified speech therapist utilizing the VitalStim to promote improved swallowing following a stroke or other neurological event.

Incontinence Program
Afraid to laugh, cough or sneeze? Sudden and or frequent incontinence doesn't have to be a concern. Rehab now offers a non-surgical, treatment approach for bladder and bowel incontinence. For many women and men, incontinence significantly impairs their quality of life. Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation can help.

This outpatient treatment can help a patient see improvement often within as few as 3 - 4 visits. Treatment is covered by most insurance plans. To schedule an appointment, please call 371-3218.

INDUSTRIAL REHAB

The goal is to assist in the return of the injured worker to an optimal level of functioning and performance without compromising care and healing. Services include:

Traditional Outpatient therapy:

PT
OT
Speech

Post Offer Employment Screen – used to determine if the job candidate is functionally capable of performing the job or has a condition that would inhibit job performance such as abnormal heart rate/blood pressure, or inability to lift/carry.

Functional Capacity Evaluation – collects objective information in regards to strength, abilities, needs and preferences. Uses subjective questionnaires, real and/or simulated work activities, consistency of effort measures, and standardized tests.

Job Analysis – a detailed evaluation of the tasks of a specific job or work function.

Ergonomic Evaluation – an on-site assessment considering standing, lifting, vibration, environment, tool/equipment, height of equipment, with appropriate recommendations to decrease discomfort and potential injury/re-injury.

Onsite PT – physical therapy is provided at the workplace. Could include work simulation activites.

Nerve Pace – a non-invasive test determining the nerve's ability to conduct impulses. Helpful in detecting problems such as carpal tunnel disease.

For more information about our Rehabilitation Services, email terri.miller@lpnt.net or janet.crawford@lpnt.net