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10/21/22
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree will host the 43rd Annual Neurorehabilitation Conference on Saturday, November 12, a premier event for clinicians looking to further their knowledge for treating traumatic brain injury, stroke, and other neurological disorders.
Unique family visit for retired police officer at Encompass Health Braintree
04/26/21
Bill, a retired police officer who served the Braintree community for 34 years, had a surprise visit from his family and friends during his stay at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree. This was not just an ordinary visit.
Sandwich Man gets COVID-19 recovery care at Encompass Health Braintree
05/29/20
Sixty-four year-old Tony Troiano, aka Sandwich Man, was getting treatment for cancer when he contracted COVID-19, which became another battle he had to fight. Due to the isolation and treatments he was receiving, he had not seen his wife, who is also a COVID-19 survivor, in about two and a half months. Thankfully, as part of a parking lot celebration to cheer him on, they were able to reconnect safely through the window. (Source: WBZ)
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While joint replacement surgery doesn't always qualify someone for inpatient rehabilitation, Kevin Devine's case was unique, as he lives with multiple sclerosis. Our care team helped manage his MS while rebuilding strength so he could resume long walks with his wife, Nancy.
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Are you wondering where to send your loved one for rehabilitation? Check out this video of Lori, who shares her experience of what it was like to send her beloved father to Encompass Health Braintree. Lori’s father was recently admitted to help manage his Parkinson’s disease and recover from a hip fracture. Once he was at Encompass Health, his physical and mental health improved dramatically. Check out this video to learn more about what Encompass Health Braintree can offer you or a loved one.
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Due to COVID-19, Chanta has spent the last few months fighting for her life. In March, Chanta was critically ill with COVID-19, requiring intubation and extensive medical treatments. When she came to us for rehabilitation after being hospitalized for a month, she needed two people to stand and had to re-learn how to walk, talk and eat. She also needed supplemental oxygen to breathe. After spending a month at Encompass Health Braintree, Chanta is walking on her own, taking care of herself independently, talking more clearly and does not need supplemental oxygen.
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Marc is a retired firefighter who has been battling multiple sclerosis for a long time. With MS, patients may have debilitating symptoms. While at Encompass Health Braintree, Marc worked intensely with our physical and occupational therapists to help improve his balance, walking and ability to complete his daily routines, so he could safely return home to his wife. Here is Marc describing his experience with MS and how Encompass Health has helped him.
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May is Stroke Awareness Month. We know that the effects of a stroke are as unique as each of our patients, and we also know that many conditions experienced after a stroke respond to specialized rehabilitation. Meet one of our recent successful stroke patients, Fred. His dedicated team including doctors, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses and his case manager worked diligently to help him get healthier and stronger.
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Leslie Gerstel, our case management assistant, retired from Encompass Health Braintree after working with us for 39 years.
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Dejanel Register did not expect his busy life to be disrupted by a traumatic spinal cord injury. After just eight days in the acute care hospital, Dejanel arrived at Encompass Health Braintree to begin his recovery process.
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Meet Paul and his wife Carol. Paul and Carol have been married for 62 years, and have always spent their days together until recently. Paul has not been able to see his wife in over a month because he was recently hospitalized and has been in treatment with us after his surgery.
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April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. Parkinson’s disease is a type of movement disorder that can affect the ability to perform common, daily activities. There are an estimated 1 million Americans living with Parkinson’s disease and more than 10 million people worldwide (APDA).
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At Encompass Health Braintree we are keenly aware of the immense affects Parkinson’s disease can have on a person’s quality of life. Here are some wise words from the director of our movement disorders program, Dr. Stephanie Bissonnette.
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