Hartford HealthCare Rehabilitation Network provides Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy to service stroke rehabilitation in conjunction with the Stroke Center at Hartford Hospital.
Our multidisciplinary team incorporates a combination of physical, occupational, and speech therapy to maximize your functional independence and recovery after stroke. Evidence shows the brain has the ability to “re-wire” after a neurological injury and that the intensity of rehabilitation services received have a positive effect on patient outcomes.
Rehabilitation is a crucial component to making the most complete recovery from a stroke possible. With the right type of skilled stroke rehabilitation the physical, visual, cognitive, communication and psychological impairments caused by stroke can be greatly improved. Our goal for your stroke rehabilitation is to work with you and your caregiver to help you regain as much independence as possible.
Advancements in research have shown that the brain has the capacity to regain functions once lost, through something called neuroplasticity. Rehabilitation plays a large role in stimulating this recovery. Establishing and uncovering different brain connections is only possible through activities that “use and improve” the abilities of patients as well as provide intense, repetitive, task specific practice. Utilizing the latest technology and incorporating cutting edge research, the therapists at HHCRN will guide you through a treatment plan custom tailored to your recovery goals post stroke.
Vivistim paired therapy
Research shows that up to 60% of ischemic stroke survivors have persistent upper limb impairment 6 months after their stroke. These hand and arm impairments are associated with decreased quality of life as well as increased anxiety and depression. A new treatment is available called Vivistim vagal nerve stimulation. When paired with highly skilled and intensive neurological rehabilitation, vagus nerve stimulation releases additional neurotransmitters to strengthen neural connections and improve arm function. Vivistim paired rehab helps patients achieve 2-3 times more hand and arm function compared to conventional rehab alone. Our rehabilitation network occupational therapists are trained in providing skilled rehabilitation after Vivistim implantation.
