Managing chronic conditions during inpatient rehabilitation

What is chronic condition management?

Living with a chronic condition can make everyday life feel more difficult–especially after a hospital stay. Many medical emergencies are connected to chronic conditions like high blood pressure, heart failure, diabetes or COPD. These conditions require ongoing care, even after your immediate health crisis is over.

We understand the challenges that come with chronic conditions. That’s why our team creates a personalized care plan designed around your specific goals and needs—helping you recover more fully, manage symptoms and avoid complications that could lead to another hospital stay.

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Chronic conditions we help manage

While chronic conditions may not be the primary reason for your rehabilitation stay, they play a major role in your recovery. We help manage these conditions alongside your rehabilitation program, so you can heal safely and regain independence. Conditions we commonly support include:

High blood pressure

When blood pushes too forcefully through your vessels, it can lead to heart attack, stroke and other serious issues. Causes can include plaque buildup, kidney disease, certain medications or sleep apnea.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

A group of lung diseases like emphysema and chronic bronchitis that make it hard to breathe, often due to smoking or long-term exposure to lung irritants.

Congestive heart failure (CHF)

A condition where the heart can’t pump blood effectively, leading to fluid buildup in the lungs, fatigue and other complications.

How we help manage chronic conditions

In our inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, you'll receive care from a dedicated, multidisciplinary team that understands how chronic conditions affect your recovery. Our goal is to help you improve function, manage symptoms and feel more in control of your health.

The Encompass Health difference

Experience that matters

As the largest network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, we have the experience and access to the latest treatments and technology to help you recover more quickly and effectively.

Compassionate care

Your rehabilitation is not just about physical recovery. It's about you as a person. Our multidisciplinary care team will provide unwavering support and give you the strength, skills and confidence needed to regain your highest level of independence.

Exceptional results

Intensive therapy works. At our hospitals, you will receive three hours of therapy per day, five days a week, along with frequent visits from your physician and 24/7 nursing care. This combination is designed to help you achieve the best possible recovery.

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Your care team

From 24-hour nursing care to specially trained rehabilitation nurses, therapists, physicians and case managers, we are here to support you in every way possible.

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Chronic condition management FAQs

What is a chronic condition?

A chronic condition is a long-term health issue that requires ongoing care and can affect how you live your day-to-day life. Common examples include high blood pressure, COPD, diabetes and chronic pain.

How can inpatient rehabilitation help?

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