Introducing the Elcor Therapy Team!
Our 40 bed short-term rehabilitation unit is located in our Hickory Knoll building and offers an innovative and advanced approach to short term rehabilitation. As a preferred provider for many local Hospitals, our clinical collaborations and pathways integrate expertise from top rated hospitals and practitioners.
Rehab specialists provide comprehensive care through state of the art equipment and therapeutic modalities necessary to treat a wide range of medical conditions. Individuals may receive physical, occupational and speech therapies up to three hours a day, seven days a week.
A collaborative team of therapists, nurses and practitioners work closely in the development of individualized accelerated recovery programs to optimize a patient’s independence and the management of chronic conditions.
- Cardiac Disease
- Diabetes
- Fractures
- Joint Replacement Rehabilitation
- Neurological-Muscular Disease
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation
- Wound Care
All the Comforts of Home
We want your short term stay to be productive, as well as comfortable. Our short-term Rehab Unit offers all of the comforts of home, including the following complimentary amenities:
- Wi-Fi Access
- Daily newspaper, upon request (including local, national and business publications)
- In-room meal service
- Salon or barber visit upon admission
- Interfaith and Spiritual Services
- Private family dining room
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Early treatment intervention and a consistent therapy program are critical to post surgery recovery and pain. From the day you arrive, our objective is to help you regain the strength necessary to function at home as quickly and safely as possible.
Our Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Program addresses a broad range of medical procedures.
- Cardiac Surgery (CABG, TAVR, Pacemakers)
- Orthopedic Surgery (Joint Replacements, Fractures, Spinal surgery)
- Pulmonary/ Thoracic Surgery
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- General Surgery
- Vascular Surgery
- Wounds / Plastic surgery
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Our therapy team excels at providing patients with the support and encouragement necessary to overcome physical limitations and achieve optimum levels of functioning. Individualized rehabilitation programs address a broad range of orthopedic conditions and offer a full continuum of services including physical medicine, pain management, rehabilitation nursing, and Physical and Occupational Therapies.
- Joint replacement
- Fractures
- Cervical and lumbar injuries
- Arthritis and osteoporosis
- Amputations
- Innovative technology in both state of the art equipment and therapeutic modalities are used in conjunction with traditional therapies orthopedic and pulmonary functional gains, balance and mobility training, activities of daily living training, and biomechanical re-education.
Respiratory Therapy
Elcor offers a Respiratory Care Program to treat patients with Asthma, Emphysema and other forms of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Our Pulmonary Team recognizes the psychosocial and physical needs of patients with chronic respiratory conditions. On-site respiratory therapists provide education and individualized exercise programs that address proper breathing technique, energy conservation, nutrition, oxygen and the avoidance of COPD exacerbations.
Treatments and supportive care services include nebulizers, inhalers, C-Pap, Bi-Pap, Sleep Apnea Treatment and Management, Oxygen Support, Tracheostomy Care, Pleurex Catheter Care, IV Lasix, steroids, antibiotics, and nutritional counseling.
Our Cardiac Rehabilitation program provides a range of heart disease and post-cardiac related surgery services to enhance recovery, minimize symptoms and improve cardiovascular endurance. Individualized programs focus on healthy meal planning, exercise, stress management, medications, weight loss and smoking cessation.
Comprehensive technologies support our Cardiac Rehabilitation and care with EKG’s, Echocardiograms, advanced CPR and an Automatic External Defibrillator.
Our approach to Cardiac Rehabilitation is multi-disciplinary, ensuring that patients receive the support and education they need for continued well being.
- Physician
- Mental Health Professional
- APRN, RN, LPN
- Dietician
- Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapists
- Social Worker/ LCSW
Stroke Care
Stroke recovery begins at Elcor. Our well-organized, multi-disciplinary approach to post acute stroke rehabilitation can help minimize neurologic impairments related to speech, cognitive ability and motor skill.
Because stroke survivors often have complex rehabilitation needs, progress and goals are different for each patient. Our team will work closely with you and your loved ones during all phases of your rehabilitation and recovery so that you may become as independent as possible in your daily life.
Our collaborative team of experienced clinicians excels in Stroke Rehabilitation and we offer a broad range of support services and modalities that can optimize functional restoration.
- Physical, Occupational, Respiratory and Speech Language Therapies
- Specialty Physical Medicine
- Gait, balance and mobility training
- Adaptive Training
- Dysphagia Therapy
- Vital Stimulation
- Nutritional Counseling
- Social Worker and Psychological Support Services
Wound Care
Individualized wound care treatment plans are developed in conjunction with a consulting Wound Care Physician, certified Wound Care Nurses, Registered Dietitians, and Physical Therapists. Our specialized team uses electrical stimulation treatments in collaboration with adjunctive wound therapy. These advanced techniques accelerate healing, manage pain and improve recovery time from chronic wounds that are not healing by other traditional methods.
Our Wound Care Program addresses the prevention and management of chronic and acute wounds associated with a broad range of medical conditions.
- Amputations
- Arterial and venous ulcers
- Burns
- Diabetic ulcers
- Infections
- Pressure ulcers
- Surgical wounds
- Incontinence related skin issues
- Lymphedema
- Obesity related skin problems
- Traumatic injury
- Wound debridement
- Electrical stimulation/ Tissue ultrasound
- Ultraviolet light therapy
- Wound VAC therapy
Short-Term Rehab Discharge Planning
When your next stop is home or to an alternate level of care, our Short Term Rehab team will meet with you to develop a safe and successful transition. While considering your goals and expectations, our team will assess your functional abilities and arrange for any adaptive equipment or devices that you may need to safely return to your home. Home health care services may be referred, if necessary.
Nurses and practitioners will review your medications, assist with follow up appointments and discuss care protocols necessary for your health and well being. Our Registered Dietician will review your dietary requirements and provide nutritional counseling.
Our dedicated team works together with patients, their loved ones, and all necessary community agencies in order to develop an effective discharge plan that will promote individual independence and ensure continued progress.