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|

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|

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|

Post-Rehab Wellness Program helps patients make a safe, healthy transition from physical therapy to exercise

Regional One Health's Post-Rehab Wellness Program helps patients make a safe, healthy transition from physical therapy to a regular exercise routine. Personal Trainer Alexavier "Javi" Seals recently joined the team at the East Campus Center for Rehabilitative Medicine to lead the Post-Rehab Wellness Program. He works with physical therapists to help patients who are [...]

2022-05-31T12:51:39-05:00June 8th, 2022|

Adding physical therapy to your healthy aging plan can reduce pain and improve mobility

Joint pain, weakness and stiffness are very common complaints, especially as we age. Physical therapy can help by strengthening the muscles around the joints, reducing inflammation, and teaching patients good habits in terms of caring for their joints. Regional One Health offers outpatient physical therapy at its main campus and East Campus, and patients [...]

2021-09-21T07:55:55-05:00September 19th, 2021|

Regional One Health hosts advanced training for therapists looking to improve care for musculoskeletal dysfunction

Regional One Health’s East Campus will host an advanced training program on the Graston Technique, which therapists can use to expand their options for treating patients with various forms of musculoskeletal dysfunction. The M2-Advanced Training program will be Saturday, December 7 from 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Sunday, December 8 from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The [...]

2019-10-18T06:40:17-05:00October 18th, 2019|

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