Rehab and Palliative care
What is Rehab and Palliative care
Rehabilitation or rehab is a type of healthcare that aims to help individuals recover from physical or cognitive impairments caused by injury, illness, or a disability. Rehab can involve a range of interventions, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and mental health counseling, among others. The goal of rehab is to help individuals regain function, independence, and quality of life.
Palliative care, on the other hand, is a type of healthcare that aims to improve the quality of life for individuals who are living with serious illnesses, such as cancer, heart disease, or Alzheimer’s disease. Palliative care is focused on relieving symptoms, such as pain, nausea, and shortness of breath, as well as addressing emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatment or as the main focus of care for individuals who are no longer seeking a cure.
Types of Rehab:
- Inpatient Rehab: Inpatient rehab is a type of rehab where patients live on-site for a period of time while receiving intensive therapy and medical care.
- Outpatient Rehab: Outpatient rehab is a type of rehab where patients receive therapy and medical care on a scheduled basis without staying in a hospital or rehab facility.
- Occupational Therapy: Occupational therapy is a type of rehab that focuses on helping individuals regain the ability to perform everyday tasks such as dressing, grooming, and eating.
Types of Palliative Care:
There are different types of palliative care that can be tailored to meet the individual needs of patients. Some common types of palliative care include:
Hospice Care: Hospice care is a type of palliative care that is typically provided to individuals who are in the final stages of a terminal illness. Hospice care is focused on providing comfort and support to patients and their families.
Inpatient Palliative Care: Inpatient palliative care is a type of palliative care that is provided to patients who require intensive symptom management in a hospital setting.
Outpatient Palliative Care: Outpatient palliative care is a type of palliative care that is provided to patients who are able to live at home but require ongoing symptom management and support.
Rehabilitation services
Physical therapy
Physical therapy is a type of rehab service that focuses on restoring movement and function to the body after an injury or illness. It can include exercises, stretches, and manual therapy to improve mobility and reduce pain.
Occupational therapy
Occupational therapy is type of rehab service that focuses on helping individuals regain the ability to perform daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and cooking. This type of therapy can also include modifications to the home or workplace to make it easier to perform these tasks.
Speech therapy
Speech therapy is a rehab service that helps individuals who have difficulty communicating or swallowing. This can include exercises to improve speech and language skills, as well as techniques to improve swallowing function.
Mental health counseling
Mental health counseling is a type of rehab service that focuses on improving a person's emotional and mental well-being. This can include individual or group therapy, medication management, and other types of support.
Palliative care services
Pain and symptom management
Palliative care providers work to manage pain, nausea, and other symptoms that can be associated with serious illnesses.
Emotional and spiritual support
Palliative care providers also provide emotional and spiritual support to patients and their families, helping them to cope with the challenges associated with serious illness.
Care coordination
Palliative care providers help to coordinate care between different healthcare providers, ensuring that the patient's needs are met and that they receive appropriate care.
Advance care planning
Palliative care providers work with patients and their families to create advance care plans, which outline the patient's wishes for end-of-life care.
Our Locations in Hyderabad
Jagadgiri Gutta
At St. Theresa's Hospital in Jagadgiri Gutta, we offer exceptional Rehab and Palliative care services to help you recover and manage your symptoms with compassion and support.
Miyapur
At St. Theresa's Hospital in Miyapur, we offer exceptional Rehab and Palliative care services to help you recover and manage your symptoms with compassion and support.