Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Services

Your recovery continues after you return homeWe offer a full range of treatment options for individuals needing outpatient rehabilitation. This includes physiotherapy, aquatic physiotherapy, occupational therapy, social work and dietetics.

Private Health CoverEpworth Rehabilitation has funding agreements for rehabilitation with most private health funds as well as TAC, WorkSafe and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

Epworth Patient Administration will provide information about fees and the range of services on admission and as requested. Alternatively you can contact your health fund for information about your cover.

More informationA referral to Epworth for orthopaedic rehabilitation is easily arranged through your treating specialist, GP or health professional.

You can contact us on 1300 46 REHAB or rehab@epworth.org.au

Referrals can be faxed to: 03 9982 6696

Preparing for admissionTo participate in rehabilitation you will require:> Day clothes for therapy which are comfortable and

loose fitting (e.g. tracksuit)> Appropriate footwear i.e. runners> Bathers, scuffs/thongs, bathrobe (for hydrotherapy)> Books/magazines> Aids/equipment i.e. walking stick, crutches> Personal toiletries> Current medications if appropriate> Recent X-rays or scans> Wristwatch or clock

Our specialty programsEpworth Rehabilitation also offers a number of specialty programs for musculoskeletal conditions including:

> Aquatic physiotherapy (hydrotherapy)> Hand Therapy> Return to sport, swimming and running group

programs > Arthritis rehabilitation program> Rehabilitation in the Home program for joint

replacement patients (for some funds)> Amputee rehabilitation program> Specialty orthopaedic trauma rehabilitation

Epworth Rehabilitation

Occupational TherapyOccupational therapists work closely with patients to help improve and maintain their level of independence in daily living activities, including personal care, domestic and community interaction. A home visit may be needed to assess if any specialised equipment, aids or home modifications are required in order to ensure a home-safe environment.

Our occupational therapists also provide hand therapy which helps improve hand and arm function. For some of our patients, this includes assistance in scar and swelling management (including prescription of compression garments) and custom splinting to protect joints or enhance function.

Providing advice about returning to work and coordinating driving retraining is also a key role of our occupational therapists.

Social WorkOur social work team provides emotional support and practical assistance to patients and their families during their rehabilitation. They liaise with relevant organisations such as TAC, WorkSafe or Centrelink and assist patients with financial and legal issues which may occur following their injury or surgery. Our social workers are also able to organise ongoing community resources and support.

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PhysiotherapyOur team of skilled physiotherapists and exercise physiologists work with patients to improve their function, mobility, range of movement and muscle strength for everyday activities. They also work with patients on their overall fitness, providing education, encouragement and support. Exercise physiologists work with patients to optimise their physical condition in preparation for a return to work or sport. Additionally, they help patients transition back into exercising in the community, whether it to be the gym, pool or returning to bike riding.

Some patients also participate in aquatic physiotherapy (also called hydrotherapy), or exercise in warm water. Therapy in the pool allows early return to weight bearing and walking after injury. It is the ideal environment to work on cardiovascular fitness, improve strength and joint range of motion, relieve pain and the warmth promotes muscle relaxation.

Diet and nutritionGood nutrition is essential to promote recovery following an injury. Our dietitians work with patients to develop tailored nutrition plans taking into consideration appetite, dietary intake, body weight and the body’s increased nutritional requirements for healing. Our dietitians can also provide specific dietary and lifestyle advice for optimal health and wellbeing.

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At Epworth Rehabilitation, we have dedicated teams providing quality rehabilitation services to patients. Our aim is to provide you with comprehensive and compassionate care that will assist you to return to as independent and functional a lifestyle as possible.

Our highly qualified therapists specialise in managing patients following joint replacement, fractures, spinal surgery and muscular dsyfunction. The team work alongside referring specialists and physicians to provide the best of care for patients.

Epworth’s rehabilitation nurses are also an integral part of patient care - skilled in wound and pain management and preparing you for the transition back home.

What to expect at Epworth Rehabilitation?We understand that in order to achieve optimum recovery following injury or surgery, an individualised approach and care plan is essential. Therefore, every patient undergoes an assessment on admission to identify their goals around mobility and independence. A tailored program is developed in collaboration with you to best meet your needs.

Epworth Rehabilitation has purpose-built gymnasiums, hydrotherapy pools and other specialised rehabilitation equipment. We also have a number of therapy spaces specifically designed to reflect real-life rooms to practise day to day activities.

Your comfort at Epworth Rehabilitation is as important to us as your recovery. We have newly renovated wards with spacious rooms, modern decor and dedicated ensuites. Rooms may also include a mini fridge, telephone, wi-fi connection and a TV.