Orthopaedic Rehabilitation

The Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Program helps patients recover following multiple serious injuries or orthopaedic surgery (primarily due to injuries of the hip, leg, knee, ankle or foot (for example, a broken hip or leg due to a fall). A full range of services are provided by an inter-disciplinary team.

At Hennick Bridgepoint, we aim to help patients make their best recovery so they can get back to their lives. We work with patients and family caregivers to create a care plan focused on each patient’s needs and goals.

When you arrive

You will meet with the members of your care team soon after you arrive. They will ask you questions and do assessments to help plan your care.

Your team will work with you to set goals for rehabilitation. Your goals could include regaining independence in tasks like getting in and out of bed, bathing or dressing. Other goals may include regaining strength and mobility so you can get back to activities like cooking, shopping, taking care of your home, working or hobbies.

Learn about the health care professionals on your care team.

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Partners in care

Patients and family caregivers are important partners in care. You can speak with any member of your care team about anything related to your care and your recovery. You can also request a family meeting with your team any time. In a family meeting, you and your family caregiver meet with your care team. You may want to discuss your progress, your goals and the plan for when you are ready to leave the hospital.

Completing your rehabilitation program

Leaving the hospital after rehabilitation is a big change. Your care team will help you to start planning for this transition soon after you start your rehabilitation.

Some patients return to living independently in their previous homes, often with support from community services or a family caregiver. Other patients may need the support or care offered in assisted living, supportive housing or long-term care.

When creating your plan for leaving the hospital, you, your family caregiver and your care team will talk about:

• When you’ll be ready to leave the hospital
• What supports you may need to help you live in the community
• Continuing your recovery with a program at a rehabilitation clinic
• Connecting with your family doctor to oversee your care needs after you leave the hospital