Using the most advanced equipment and techniques, our rehabilitation experts at Wheaton Franciscan – St. Joseph Campus provide education, screening, evaluation, treatment and consultation for a wide range of neurological, orthopedic and medical diagnoses. Our comprehensive, individualized approach can help you return to family, work and community commitments quickly. The exceptional care we provide make life-changing differences to people of all ages and stages of life.

Therapy services generally include physical therapy (whole body), occupational (upper extremities and daily life functions) and/or speech therapy (voice and language). A physician’s referral is required for rehabilitation treatment and he/she will decide which therapy is best suited to you. Your therapists will work very closely with your referring physician to chart your progress and develop a personalized treatment plan.

At Wheaton Franciscan – St. Joseph Campus, rehabilitation services are available for short term inpatient care, comprehensive inpatient care and for outpatient treatment.

• Inpatient Care (short term)– If you are hospitalized for a cardiac, orthopedic, medical/post-surgical, neurological or other medical reasons your physician may order rehabilitation to aid in your recovery and prepare you for a safe discharge. These in-room or in-unit services are provided by physical and/or occupational therapists and are scheduled and performed during your inpatient stay.
• Comprehensive Inpatient Rehabilitation - In some instances, patients recovering from illness or disease may benefit from an extended hospital stay with a more intense therapy program. St. Joseph’s comprehensive Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit is designed to allow patients to take the time necessary to become safe and functional within a specially designed hospital setting. Learn more about Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare Inpatient Rehabilitation Units.  
• Outpatient Rehabilitation –Your physician may order a series of rehabilitation visits to help you gain strength, safety, endurance or aid in recovery. Physical, occupational and speech rehabilitation services are also offered at Wheaton Franciscan – St. Joseph. We offer advanced equipment, technologies and rehabilitation experts to personally evaluate, treat and lead you through your recovery.

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