Your Path to Recovery Begins at AHN Allegheny Valley Hospital

After a serious illness, injury, or surgery, you may not be ready to go home right away. For many patients, the next step is finding the right care and support as you recover. AHN Allegheny Valley Hospital inpatient rehabilitation services help you rebuild strength, gain independence, and prepare to return home with confidence.

Why inpatient rehabilitation services?

Inpatient rehabilitation services support patients who still need medical care after a hospital stay but are stable enough to focus on recovery.

Patients may be recovering from a wide range of conditions, including:

• Stroke
• Surgery
• Brain or spinal cord injuries
• Other serious conditions

“We build plans around what matters most to you so you can get back to doing what you love,” said Brandon Maharaj, DPT, MS, AHN senior physical therapist. “We’re the bridge that helps you safely move from the hospital back to your home.”

Next-level inpatient rehab programs

Inpatient rehabilitation services are designed to do more than help you recover. They help you get back to your normal routine.

A doctor with advanced training in physical medicine and rehabilitation called a physiatrist guides your treatment. Your care team may also include:

• Certified rehabilitation registered nurses who provide 24/7 support.
• Physical, occupational, and speech therapists who help you improve strength and skills.
• Nutritionists who plan your meals.
• Case managers or social workers who coordinate your care and discharge plan.
• Support associates who assist you with your daily needs.

“This team approach helps ensure each patient makes steady progress and gets the best outcome,” said Maharaj.

A space built for recovery

Unlike skilled nursing facilities, Allegheny Valley’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Center offers more intensive inpatient rehab. Your daily schedule includes three hours of therapy at least five days a week to help you rebuild and recover.

You may use a range of high-tech equipment during therapy, including:

• LokoStation^TM to guide your legs as you relearn how to walk.
• Bioness Integrated Therapy SystemTM (BITS) to help improve coordination and thinking skills through touchscreen-based activities.
• BionessTM Vector Elite to support part of your body weight while you relearn how to move on your own.

“The technology we use helps patients build strength, improve movement, and gain confidence as they recover,” said Maharaj.

Preparing for the transition home

The main goal of our inpatient rehab programs is to help you return home safely.

To prepare you for your return home, your care team may:

• Teach you and your caregivers what to expect after you leave the facility.
• Help you practice daily activities, like getting in and out of a car.
• Provide training through the STEPS (Support, Training, Education, Planning, Success) program.

“We want patients and their families to feel ready before they leave,” Maharaj says. “There’s nothing like being home, and we are here to help get them there safely.”

Your path to recovery begins here

Take a virtual look inside the rehab facilities at AHN Allegheny Valley Hospital to learn more about what to expect during your stay.