Center for Rehabilitative Medicine

Speech language pathologists can help improve quality of life and independence through personalized one-on-one care

During National Speech, Language, and Hearing Month, we're celebrating the role speech-language pathologists play in helping patients heal after an illness or injury. Speech language pathologists help with speech and articulation, cognition, the physical aspect of speaking, and even swallow disorders. They develop an individualized care plan based on each patient's needs and goals to [...]

2025-05-20T08:02:13-05:00May 20th, 2025|

During Occupational Therapy Awareness Month, learn how expert care can help you regain independence and resume favorite activities

April is Occupational Therapy Awareness Month, and Regional One Health's Shanaaz Khan, OT, is educating the public about how she can help them heal from a variety of conditions. At Regional One Health's Center for Rehabilitative Medicine, skilled occupational therapists focus on Activities of Daily Living, which are daily tasks like getting dressed, eating, and [...]

2025-04-16T13:09:02-05:00April 23rd, 2025|

Stroke rehabilitation can improve recovery and help you get back to activities you enjoy

After a stroke, rehabilitation therapy is key to helping patients regain function, strength, and stamina. Regional One Health offers inpatient and outpatient stroke rehabilitation, and our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital recently earned accreditation for its Stroke Specialty Program. By starting evidence-based stroke rehab as soon as possible, stroke patients can regain independence and improve quality of [...]

2025-02-06T10:09:21-06:00February 19th, 2025|

Ask the Experts: During menopause, pelvic floor physical therapy can help with incontinence and more

During menopause, women can experience urinary and bowel incontinence - and pelvic floor physical therapy can help! Pelvic floor physical therapy uses specialized exercises, manual therapy, and education to help women strengthen the pelvic floor muscles and improve muscle coordination. Therapy can also help with symptoms including pain during sex, vaginal discomfort, and lower [...]

2024-12-10T15:29:15-06:00January 9th, 2025|

There’s a link between aging and arthritis – but you don’t just have to live with pain and poor mobility as you get older!

Natural aging processes and cumulative wear-and-tear can put you at risk of arthritis as you get older. Our rheumatologists can help through support for lifestyle changes, medication, rehabilitation therapy and more. Our team's goal is to improve your quality of life by helping you manage your symptoms, improve function, and slow disease progression. As you [...]

2024-09-12T06:58:41-05:00September 12th, 2024|

Ask the Experts: If you’re looking to get fit this year, here’s how to avoid injury while you do it

If you're looking to improve your fitness in 2024, it's important to follow some basic guidelines to reduce your risk of injury. Our Post-Rehab Wellness Program at the Center for Rehabilitative Medicine helps patients exercise safely and return to fitness activities following rehab for an injury or illness. Here's their expert advice on how anyone [...]

2023-12-12T09:52:56-06:00January 4th, 2024|

Ask the Experts: How can a Functional Capacity Evaluation let me know if it’s safe to go back to work after an injury?

A Function Capacity Evaluation can tell you if it's safe to return to work after you've done rehabilitation therapy for an injury or illness. The test takes about four hours and involves a series of exercises designed to measure strength and range of motion. Patients may be cleared to return to work, asked to [...]

2023-11-08T08:41:29-06:00November 15th, 2023|

Living with joint pain? Physical therapy can help you stay active without surgery

Many people deal with joint pain as they get older, but that doesn't necessarily mean surgery is the only option! Drew Tucker, PT, DPT, is a physical therapist who sees patients at our East Campus Center for Rehabilitative Medicine. He said therapy can help you delay or even avoid surgery while continuing your daily [...]

2023-08-10T09:56:02-05:00September 13th, 2023|

“Life is what you make of it:” With faith, determination and expert care, Stephanie Love is reclaiming her independence after a stroke

After Memphis-Shelby County School Board member Stephanie Love had a stroke at just 41 years old, she was determined to get back to advocating for local students, parents and teachers. She turned to Regional One Health Outpatient Rehabilitation for the care she needed to relearn to walk, talk and perform day-to-day tasks. Now, Stephanie [...]

2025-02-21T10:21:18-06:00June 27th, 2023|

Ask the Experts: Why am I dizzy and off-balance, and how can a physical therapist help?

Vertigo and dizziness can be disruptive to day-to-day life, and can put you at a higher risk of severe injury from falls. A form of physical therapy known as vestibular therapy can help through customized treatment plans. Many patients can erase symptoms and get back to normal, sometimes in as little as one treatment session. [...]

2022-09-07T08:17:03-05:00September 14th, 2022|